Chip Inlay Peyote Bird Necklace with TED hallmark

June 3, 2014

Hi Paula,
I recently inherited a squash blossom necklace that has turquoise and coral chips inlaid in peyote birds. There is one large bird at the bottom and five that go up each side of the necklace.

My question is in regards to the hallmark. The piece is stamped twice. Once with the name/initials “TED” in a vertical position so that the T is closest to the floor. The other mark is much fainter and says “TED” horizontally over a tomahawk. Have you ever come across this hallmark, and if so can you tell me anything about the artist?

Thanks for your time,

Walter

Hi Walter,

I wish I could help but I do not know this hallmark, nor do I see it in any of my references. Perhaps another reader has seen it.

Great necklace !

Paula

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