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Larry Sandoval vintage silver jewelry

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Larry Sandoval vintage silver jewelry

Cuff bracelet. Sterling silver, turquoise. 1980s. Larry Sandoval vintage silver jewelry

Larry Sandoval vintage silver jewelry (1970s-1990)
Albuquerque-born American artist Larry Sandoval (1951–1990) handcrafted silver and gold jewelry in the 1970s–1990. A talented Navajo designer, he skillfully used sterling silver, gold and various natural stones – turquoise, coral, opal, amethyst, amber, malachite, abalone, and more. Also, the artist often used the technique of engraving on silver.
Traditionally, Navajo jewelry carries a lot of various symbolism. According to Navajo Indians’ belief, silver and turquoise have spiritual properties, symbolizing wealth and honor. Therefore, Sandoval pendants, bracelets, earrings, rings and brooches, made in accordance with cultural traditions, served as both decoration and amulets. The designer marked his products with the initials “LS”, “sterling” or “14 k gold”.
Noteworthy, among the most famous Navajo silversmiths, the surname Sandoval is quite widespread. In particular, Leroy Sandoval (LS), David Sandoval, Dean Sandoval, Sherry Sandoval, Frank Sandoval, Glen Sandoval and Harry Sandoval. Traditionally, jewelry art, craftsmanship and inspiration have been passed down from generation to generation.

Concho style sterling silver lapel pin

Concho style sterling silver lapel pin

Maker's mark

Maker’s mark

Larry Sandoval vintage silver jewelry (1970s-1990)

Amber sterling silver pendant

Amber sterling silver pendant

Disc shape dangle earrings. Sterling silver, malachite

Disc shape dangle earrings. Sterling silver, malachite

Engraved Leaf sterling silver lapel pin

Engraved Leaf sterling silver lapel pin

Genuine Indian handcrafted sterling silver turquoise earrings

Genuine Indian handcrafted sterling silver turquoise earrings

Green agate sterling silver earrings

Green agate sterling silver earrings

Kokopelli Native American sterling silver lapel pin

Kokopelli Native American motif sterling silver lapel pin

Light green turquoise sterling silver ring

Light green turquoise sterling silver ring

LS 925 marked sterling silver mother of pearl abalone pendant and earrings

Abalone sterling silver pendant and earrings

Malachite sterling silver earrings

Malachite sterling silver earrings

Native American Sterling Silver, Coral and Turquoise Pendant

Coral, sterling Silver, turquoise pendant

Red and white shell round shaped earrings

Red and white shell round shaped earrings

Sterling silver Navajo native American motif brooch

Sterling silver Navajo native American motif brooch

Swirl design abalone, mother of pearl, silver earrings

Swirl design earrings. Abalone, mother of pearl, sterling silver

Turquoise sterling silver bracelet

Vintage bracelet. Turquoise, sterling silver

Turquoise sterling silver oval shaped pierced earrings

Oval shaped pierced earrings. Turquoise sterling silver

Turquoise sterling silver pierced earrings

Turquoise sterling silver pierced earrings

Maker's mark

Maker’s mark