Description
Shaped to form the state of New Mexico, this gorgeous pendant by Santo Domingo silversmith Ambrosio Chavez also showcases the Zia symbol. The piece is predominantly inlaid with pieces of turquoise, the Zia symbol front and center inlaid in coral at the center, surrounded by a circle of sterling, with the “arms” of the Zia symbol also inlaid in turquoise. Inlay work along the front is set atop a large piece of serpentine at the back, varying light to dark green with some brown matrix. 3 1/4″ long including bail x 2 1/4″ wide.