96: A NAVAJO SQUASH BLOSSOM NECKLACE SIGNED KIRK SMITH

The rich mossy greenish blue Royston turquoise stones in geometric shapes matched in an interesting manner for a fascinating visual effect, each is set in a smooth bezel with rope borders surrounded by embossed decoration and strung with bench beads on chain, hook-and-eye closure, the robust naja is signed 'KS' for Navajo craftsman Kirk Smith (1957-2012) and stamped sterling.
Measures 28 inches, naja is 4 x 5 inches.
Very good condition, noting that one stone in the naja is cracked but all are secure, several of the beads have dents, there are no other issues of damage, repair or heavy wear.
$500 - $1,000