Zuni Indian CORAL STERLING SILVER MENS WATCH by Native American artist Simplicio 0042-WT
Zuni Indian Coral Sterling Silver Mens Watch.
This watch is an impressive piece of hand made Zuni Indian jewelry. This watch features a pair of tips that were hand cut out of shining Sterling Silver. Each of these Sterling Silver tips holds a pair of hand cut cabs of genuine Red Coral. The hot red shades of the Coral really stand out against the white shine of the Sterling Silver. Zuni Indian jewelry artists often use Coral in their work to honor the Mother Earth. A complimentary watch face and an adjustable stretch band have been included for your convenience. These Sterling Silver watch tips are 1-1/8" wide and 1-1/8" long. Stamped Sterling. Signed by the Zuni artist Simplicio.
There are four types of precious coral in Hawaii: black coral (Antipathidae), gold coral (Parazoanthidae), red or pink coral (Corallidae) and bamboo coral. Each of these has a different internal composition. Red and pink corals produce a calcite skeleton similar in hardness to ivory and pearls. Bamboo corals, on the other hand, produce a skeleton composed partially of calcite and partially of protein that is similar to the keratin in your fingernails. These alternating bands of material resemble a bamboo stalk; thus the corals' name. In Hawaii, black corals are found in 100-300 ft. of water, shallow enough to harvest using scuba equipment. Many harvesters, however, have died in pursuit of coral trees at the deep end of this range. Red, gold and bamboo coral are found between 1,000 and 1,500 ft; so harvesting is conducted with remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) or submarines.
We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.
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