Jewelry ｜Bolo, Novelty, Channel Inlay, Comanche, Quam, Hallmark, Vintage, 3571

A great bolo can go a long way in adding an element of awesome to an outfit -- it’s unexpected and impossible to ignore!
Created by renowned Zuni artisan Ralph Quam, this bold vintage bolo features a beautiful slide in the likeness of a Comanche chief crafted in intricate channel inlay using stones of black onyx, turquoise, spiny oyster, coral, and mother of pearl, outlined in sterling silver. The cord is a braided leather tipped with sterling silver aiguillettes. It’s an eye-catching piece on anyone -- guy or gal!
Ralph Quam (1914-deceased; Zuni). Mosaic inlay; incised faces; Comanche figural heads. Ralph Quam shared some marks with his wife Fannie Quam.
Marks: R. Q (etched); R. QUAM; R & F; R & F QUAM

artist: Raymond "Ralph" Quam (1938-1971)
affiliation: Zuni
hallmarks: (applied plate) R. QUAM
materials: sterling silver, turquoise, mother of pearl, coral, onyx, abalone, shell
dimensions: 2 3/4" x 2 1/2", 38" long
weight: 54 grams
tension clamp marked: BENNETT PAT. PEND.
nice vintage condition
stones are secure in their settings
abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
silver has a nice patina
light wear from use
style: JN3571

in stock
All returns on jewelry are subject to exchange or store credit only
Brand:Double D RanchSKU:JN3571TurquoiseN/STags:bolo, bolos, f1a-25, mother of pearl, Necklaces, sterling silver, turquoise, vintageColor:TurquoiseSize:N/S