Description
J814 Inlay Ring
Vintage inlay Zuni Ring. The size 7 ½ ring has both inlay and channel inlay using Mother-of-Pearl, Turquoise, Jet and Coral stones in a Sterling Silver setting. The diamond shaped inlay is ¼” x 1 ¼”.
Channel inlay is one of the most intricate techniques of jewelry making. An inlay base design is made and a rim of silver is soldered around the edges. Silver partitions are put in to form “boxes” for the cut stones to fit into. The Zuni Indians are known for their channel inlay jewelry.
