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Philander Begay Apache Blue Turquoise Tufa Cast Spiderweb Pendant
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Rebecca Begay Mediterranean Oxblood Coral Tufa Cast Floral Design Ring
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Stock Number: 9549
Philander Begay Pilot Mountain Turquoise and Oxblood Coral Sterling Silver and 18K Gold Scorpion Bolo
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SKU: 9549
Categories: Artists, Bolos, Jewelry, New Arrivals, Philander Begay
Description
This is a Philander Begay masterpiece. Each leg and the claw and stinger of the scorpion is separately carved and cast in tufa stone all by hand. The stinger is created from gleaming solid 18 Karat gold as are the eyes. Its body consists of a dynamic beautifully matrixed Pilot Mountain turquoise of the finest gem grade, deep translucent blue with rich gold and chocolate spiderweb host rock matrix. Surrounding the gem are gorgeous bubble cut inlays of deep red oxblood gem grade natural coral. This incomparable bolo face is attached to a fine hand made lanyard with a flat back neck strap. Striking long tufa cast sterling silver tips finish the bolo. At the ends of the tips glistening droplets of solid 18 Karat gold enhance their beauty.
Full Length of Bolo Cord Tips Included: 54 in. Bolo Size: 4 in. x 2-7/8 in. (at widest point) Stone Size: 1-1/4 in. x 9/16 in. Tip Length: 3-3/8 in.
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Charges for standard USPS domestic shipments will include a handling fee of $4.00 to cover materials and labor. Shipment fees will be based on value of the item with a formula of $1.00 per $100 value plus the handling fee. The $1.00 per $100.00 value is based on the wholesale price. We will gladly accommodate requests for priority or overnight shipment, with the costs discussed at the time of purchase. Charges for UPS or FedEx will also be assessed on a case by case basis. For heavy or specialty items such as sculptures, paintings or rugs, charges will be assessed on an individual basis prior to shipment.
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Please be assured that the greatest care will be used in packaging and shipping. In cases where an item is especially fragile, such as a sculpture or painting, we may utilize a professional shipping service to achieve the highest level of assurance that it will arrive undamaged.
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