Tracey Designs 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Gemstone Inlay Yeibichai Pendant Necklace
Item Details
A 14K yellow gold mosaic gemstone inlay pendant by contemporary Navajo artist, Ray Tracey. Renowned Artist, Ray Tracey is known for his contemporary designs that also embrace the old traditions of Native American jewelry. This two-sided, split pendant depicts a female Yei, or Yeibichai, a supernatural figure of Navajo culture. One side depicts Yei’s face, housing mosaic inlay of lapis lazuli, opal, and onyx. The opposite side depicts another Yei’s face in gold with textured accents, and is set with dyed howlite inlay for her eyes and mouth. The pendant hangs on a 14K yellow gold snake chain with a gold rondelle bead accent strung to each side of the pendant.
Designer: Ray Tracey (Navajo)
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold
Necklace Length: 20.00’
Necklace Closure Type: Lobster
Hallmarks: Tracey Feather Hallmark, 14K
Total Weight: 19.70 dwt
INLAY STONES
Count and Type 8 Lapis Lazuli, 4 Opal, 6 Black Onyx, 6 White Howlite, 3 Dyed Blye Howlite
Howlite Treatment: Dyed
Shape: Mosaic Inlay
- This item has been evaluated and verified by an independent Graduate Gemologist (CINCY).
- All diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards as the mounting permits, where gemstones are present. All weights and measurements are estimated and approximate.
Condition
- a few small fractures in the lapis lazuli and opal inlay are present.
- minor markings thorughout.
Dimensions
- chain measures approximately 20.00" long.
- total approximate weight, inclusive of all materials, is 19.70 dwt.
Item #
17NAS046-222
