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Tonya June Rafael Purse
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Elevate your personal style and adorn yourself with the exquisite craftsmanship of Native American accessory. Up for auction is a stunning Sterling Silver handmade purse. This magnificent purse, meticulously handcrafted by the renowned Navajo silversmith, Tonya June Rafael, who is well known internationally in the Native jewelry world as "The Queen Of Clusters" for her extraordinary, oversized cluster stone rings!
length is 5.5 x 4in height x 3 in width
Hand Stamped with 105 Sleeping Beauty cabochon stones -bezelled settings.
5.5 length x 4" height x 3 width with hand-stamped swiveled handle. Also includes a removable 32" stamped chain-linked strap (that you can use as a necklace or a belt)
Valued at $10,000 this jewelry ensemble represents not only a symbol of cultural richness but also a statement of elegance and individuality. Bid generously to own a piece of wearable art that speaks volumes about tradition and craftsmanship.
Artist Biography:
Tonya June Rafael is Navajo (Diné) Jeweler, Designer, and Silversmith from Blackwater/Prewitt, New Mexico. She has been around 'jewelry making' since she was 8 years old. She sat next to her grandparents while they made their silver and turquoise jewelry.
Donated By Tonya June Rafael