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American Indian and Southwestern Jewelry & Art

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  • Navajo and Southwestern Silver and Turquoise Necklaces
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 242

    Navajo and Southwestern Silver and Turquoise Necklaces

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Navajo Fluted and Cone Shaped Beaded Necklaces
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 243

    Navajo Fluted and Cone Shaped Beaded Necklaces

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Zuni Pottery Canteen
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 244

    Zuni Pottery Canteen

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Zuni Polychrome Frog Pottery Jar
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 245

    Zuni Polychrome Frog Pottery Jar

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Southwestern Style Sterling Silver and Kingman Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 246

    Southwestern Style Sterling Silver and Kingman Turquois...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Assortment of Mexican Silver Jewelry
    Estimate
    $50 - $150
    Lot 247

    Assortment of Mexican Silver Jewelry

    Est.
    $50 - $150
  • Assorted Southwestern Silver Decorative Items
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 248

    Assorted Southwestern Silver Decorative Items

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Assorted Southwestern Silver Charms and Small Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 249

    Assorted Southwestern Silver Charms and Small Pendants,...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Ross Scott (Dine, 20th century) Navajo Silver Cuff Bracelet PLUS Southwestern Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 250

    Ross Scott (Dine, 20th century) Navajo Silver Cuff Brac...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Variety of Bear Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 251

    Variety of Bear Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine A...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Assorted Bear Pendants and Pins, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 252

    Assorted Bear Pendants and Pins, from the Estate of Lor...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Assortment of Bear Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 253

    Assortment of Bear Pendants, from the Estate of Lorrain...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Silver Cross Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 254

    Silver Cross Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine Abel...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Silver Stars of David Pendants, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $75 - $125
    Lot 255

    Silver Stars of David Pendants, from the Estate of Lorr...

    Est.
    $75 - $125
  • Silver Pendants and Pins with Assorted Stone Inlay, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 256

    Silver Pendants and Pins with Assorted Stone Inlay, fro...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Southwestern and Navajo Silver Pendants / Pins, from the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 257

    Southwestern and Navajo Silver Pendants / Pins, from th...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Southwestern and Zuni Pendants / Pins;  From the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 258

    Southwestern and Zuni Pendants / Pins; From the Estate ...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Southwestern Silver Creepy Crawler Brooches; From the Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 259

    Southwestern Silver Creepy Crawler Brooches; From the E...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 7-8, from Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $25 - $50
    Lot 260

    Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 7-8, from Estate of Lorr...

    Est.
    $25 - $50
  • Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 8-9, from Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $25 - $50
    Lot 261

    Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 8-9, from Estate of Lorr...

    Est.
    $25 - $50
  • Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 8-9, from Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $25 - $50
    Lot 262

    Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 8-9, from Estate of Lorr...

    Est.
    $25 - $50
  • Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 9-10, from Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $25 - $50
    Lot 263

    Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 9-10, from Estate of Lor...

    Est.
    $25 - $50
  • Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 12-14, from Estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015)
    Estimate
    $25 - $50
    Lot 264

    Southwestern Style Rings Sizes 12-14, from Estate of Lo...

    Est.
    $25 - $50
  • Southwestern Silver Applique Rings
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 265

    Southwestern Silver Applique Rings

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Southwestern Chip Inlaid Rings
    Estimate
    $75 - $125
    Lot 266

    Southwestern Chip Inlaid Rings

    Est.
    $75 - $125
  • Calvin Begay (Dine, b. 1965) Navajo Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet PLUS David Tune (Creek / Dine, b. 1955) Sterling Silver Cuf
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 267

    Calvin Begay (Dine, b. 1965) Navajo Sterling Silver Cuf...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Navajo Silver and Turquoise Rings, Zuni Inlaid Pendant, and Mexican Silver Bracelet
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 268

    Navajo Silver and Turquoise Rings, Zuni Inlaid Pendant,...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Southwestern Silver Bead Necklaces
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 269

    Southwestern Silver Bead Necklaces

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Mexican Silver Jewelry Set
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 270

    Mexican Silver Jewelry Set

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Mexican Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet AND Link Bracelet
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 271

    Mexican Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet AND Link Bracel...

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Mexican Silver Link Bracelets
    Estimate
    $50 - $75
    Lot 272

    Mexican Silver Link Bracelets

    Est.
    $50 - $75
  • Mexican Silver Bracelet in the Style of Celia Harms (Mexican, 20th Century) PLUS Navajo Silver and Turquoise Cuff Bracelets
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 273

    Mexican Silver Bracelet in the Style of Celia Harms (Me...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Mexican and Southwestern Silver Rings
    Estimate
    $25 - $50
    Lot 274

    Mexican and Southwestern Silver Rings

    Est.
    $25 - $50
  • Salvador Teran (Mexican, 1920-1974) Sterling Silver Cuff Links PLUS
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 275

    Salvador Teran (Mexican, 1920-1974) Sterling Silver Cuf...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Los Castillo (Mexican, f.1939) Silver Earrings PLUS
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 276

    Los Castillo (Mexican, f.1939) Silver Earrings PLUS

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Mexican Silver Earrings
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 277

    Mexican Silver Earrings

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Mexican and Peruvian Silver Brooches
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 278

    Mexican and Peruvian Silver Brooches

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Mexican Silver and Amethyst Brooches
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 279

    Mexican Silver and Amethyst Brooches

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Los Castillo (Mexican, founded 1939) Brass and Copper Dish
    Estimate
    $100 - $150
    Lot 280

    Los Castillo (Mexican, founded 1939) Brass and Copper D...

    Est.
    $100 - $150
  • Bronze Medals from the National Academy of Western Art
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 281

    Bronze Medals from the National Academy of Western Art

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Northwest Coast and Inuit Jewelry Items
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 282

    Northwest Coast and Inuit Jewelry Items

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Naga Necklace PLUS Assortment of Tribal Jewelry Items
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 283

    Naga Necklace PLUS Assortment of Tribal Jewelry Items

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Bold and Colorful Group of Tribal Jewelry
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 284

    Bold and Colorful Group of Tribal Jewelry

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Bag of Loose Turquoise Stones
    Estimate
    $50 - $75
    Lot 285

    Bag of Loose Turquoise Stones

    Est.
    $50 - $75

Auction Description

American Indian and Southwestern Jewelry & Art by Cowan's Auctions

A fine selection of Navajo and Zuni silver and turquoise necklaces, bracelets, and bolo ties. Many items from the estate of Lorraine Abell (New Jersey, 1929-2015). Plus an assortment of Pueblo pottery and Hopi katsinas. 

Items can be viewed by appointment at our Cincinnati Salesroom. Contact Erin Rust (erin@cowans.com) for additional information or to request a condition report.

Auction Begins Closing
Monday, December 11, 2017 at 12:00 pm ET (extended bidding available)

 

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Cowan's Auctions
Cincinnati , OH 45232
United States

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Phone:+15138711670

Fax:513-871-8670

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 28.00
$250,001 23.00
$3,000,001 15.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500

Shipping Info

Eliminate the Hassle of Third-Party Shippers: Let Cowan's Ship Directly To You!

If you'd like a shipping estimate before the auction, contact Cowan's in-house shipping department at shipping@cowans.com or 513.871.1670 x219.

At the request of the buyer, Cowan's will authorize the shipment of purchased items. Shipments usually occur within two weeks after payment has been received. Shipment is generally made via UPS Ground service. Unless buyer gives special instructions, the shipping method shall be at the sole discretion of Cowan's Auctions, Inc.. Cowan's is in no way responsible for the acts or omissions of independent handlers, packers or shippers of purchased items or for any loss, damage or delay from the packing or shipping of any property.

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Terms & Conditions

Timed Auction:
Items are available for absentee bidding only. You can browse the catalog and place bids at any time.

Absentee Bidding:
This platform operates using the "proxibid" method - you may place a high bid and the system will bid on your behalf up to that limit.

1-Minute Closing Rule:
Starting at 12:00 PM (Noon) on the Final Date, all lots will close starting with lot #1. There will be a 1 minute period between each item until all items close.

Extended Bidding:
Any bids placed within 5 minutes of the closing time will extend bidding by another 5 minutes. This rule will apply continuously until no bids are placed within the 5 minute period.

Email Notification:
You will receive an email notification:
-each time you place a bid
-when you are outbid on any lot
-at the close of the auction if you are the high bidder

End of the Auction:
You will receive an invoice from Cowan's home office, detailing the hammer price, a buyer's premium charge, sales tax (for Ohio residents) and a shipping quote. To schedule a payment, contact us at payment@cowans.com, or call our office at 513-871-1670.

By registering and bidding in an auction conducted by Cowan's Auctions, Inc. ("Cowan's"), bidders (whether present in person, by telephone, by agent, by written or telephone absentee bid instruction, or through a live internet connection) agree to be bound by these terms. These are the complete and only terms and conditions on which all property is offered for sale. Cowan's retains the right to bar any bidder from participating in any auction and to exclude or reject any bid.

1) REGISTRATION. All bidders must register their name, permanent street address (no P.O. Boxes), and telephone number prior to the auction. Unless known to Cowan's, all registrants are required to present two forms of identification, at least one of which must include a current photograph. Bidders may be required to present a valid Visa or MasterCard. By registering with Cowan's or submitting an absentee bid form, an individual registrant authorizes Cowan's to obtain a copy of his or her consumer credit report and authorizes Cowan's, at its sole discretion, to use the information contained therein to make business decisions regarding the registrant's participation in the bidding process.

2) ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS. Bidding on any item, whether in person, by phone, by absentee bid or via a live internet auction indicates the bidder's agreement to be bound by these Terms and Conditions for Bidders. Any right of bidder under this agreement shall not be assignable and shall only be enforceable by the original buyer. The rights and obligations of the parties shall be governed by the laws of the state of Ohio. All bidders submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts in Ohio.

3) TERMS OF SALE. Announcements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous communication. The auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time before its final sale and to reject any bid for any reason. The highest bidder for each lot acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the "buyer." If any dispute arises as to any bidding, or between two or more bidders, at the sole discretion of the auctioneer, the successful bidder will be determined or the disputed lot shall be put up again at the last undisputed bid and resold.

4) BUYER'S PREMIUM. (a) Buyer's Premium for "Antique and Modern Firearms" auctions: The Auctioneer will collect and retain from the Buyer, as additional commission, a premium equal to 20% of the Sale Price of each Lot up to and including $500,000, plus 15% of the amount by which the Sale Price exceeds $200,000.

(b) Buyer's Premium for "Decorative Art," "Fine Jewelry and Timepieces," "American History," "American Indian and Western Art" and any other specialized auctions. The Auctioneer will collect and retain from the Buyer, as additional commission, a premium equal to 23% of the Sale Price of each Lot up to and including $200,000, plus 18% of the amount by which the Sale Price exceeds $200,000.

5) ESTIMATES AND RESERVES. Presale estimates are intended to be guides and may or may not reflect the ultimate hammer price of a lot. Cowan's retains the right to change estimates on any lot up to time of sale. A reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the seller of the lot and Cowan's. In the case of reserved lots, the seller has authorized Cowan's to bid on seller's behalf until the reserve price is reached. In no case will the reserve be higher than the low presale estimate.

6) WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS. Cowan's makes a limited warranty only to the original buyer of record concerning the authenticity of each lot for a period of 14 days after bidder's receipt of the purchased lot. If a buyer is not satisfied that the lot purchased is genuine, the buyer may, at his or her own expense, obtain the opinion of two mutually agreed upon recognized experts in the field of the disputed lot. If these experts determine that the item is not genuine, the buyer's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the rescission of the sale and refund of the amount paid for the item. It is specifically understood and agreed that the rescission of the sale and refund is exclusive and in lieu of any other remedy which might otherwise be available as a matter of law or in equity, and such remedy is conditioned upon the buyer returning the property in the same condition as at the time of sale. Cowan's shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. All sales are final, with no returns or refunds except as provided in this limited warranty.

Except as provided in the immediately preceding paragraph, EVERY LOT IS SOLD "AS IS," without any representations or warranties by Cowan's or the seller as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, condition or value of the property, or the correctness or completeness of the catalogue or other description of the property, and no statement, whether written or oral, shall be deemed such a representation, warranty or assumption of liability. Cowan's makes no representation or warranty that the buyer of manuscript material, photographs, prints or works of art will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights. Cowan's does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given in the catalogue descriptions may be approximate.

7) DEFINITIONS OF AUTHORSHIP.

 "By" or "Maker/Artist" - in our opinion, the work is by the artist or maker stated

 "Attributed to" - in our opinion, the work is probably, but not definitely, by the artist or maker stated

 "Signed" or "Marked" - in our opinion, the signature or mark is that of the stated artist or maker

 "Bearing the signature (or mark) of" - in our opinion, the signature or mark is probably, but not definitely, that of the artist or maker stated

 "Circle of" - in our opinion, the work is of the period and by an artist or maker closely associated with the stated artist or maker

 "School of" - in our opinion, the work is by a pupil or follower of the stated artist or maker

 "Manner of" - in our opinion, the work is of the period and done in the style of the stated artist or maker

 "After" - in our opinion, the work is a copy of a work by the stated artist or maker

8) INSPECTION. Except for On-Line Only Auctions, all lots are available for inspection prior to the auction. Condition reports for most items can be found online at Cowan's website, and prospective bidders are encouraged to contact Cowan's directly for additional information regarding the condition of any lot. Cowan's does not warrant the condition of any item. Buyers interested in the condition of an item are encouraged to contact Cowan's and, to the best of our ability, we will document for the prospective bidder the condition status on any lot. Condition is always a subjective evaluation and final responsibility rests with the buyer to assess the condition of any item sold by Cowan's.

ABSENTEE, TELEPHONE AND INTERNET BIDDING

Absentee and telephone bidding is offered as a free service to our customers and prospective bidders. Cowan's shall not be responsible for any errors or failures in executing bids, either absentee, telephone or via the internet.

9) ABSENTEE BIDDING. Absentee bids are accepted via mail, fax, email and on Cowan's website. Such bids will be posted with the time and date of arrival, with ties being awarded to the earliest bidder. Absentee bids that are faxed or emailed to Cowan's need to be in the office at least 2 hours before the sale begins.

An absentee bidder unknown to Cowan's may be required to submit a bank letter of credit prior to the auction, or, using a credit card, deposit with Cowan's a fee equaling 30% of the absentee bid.

All absentee bids are executed competitively by a member of the auction staff. The auction staff will try to purchase the lot for the lowest price possible and will bid up to the amount designated by the absentee bidder only if necessary. Cowan's does not accept "buy bids," or absentee bids which have no limit. In the event of a tie bid between a floor and an absentee bidder, the floor bid will be honored.

10) INTERNET BIDDING. Internet bidding is available through Bidsquare.com. There may be terms which apply to internet bids that should be reviewed online at the time of sale. Cowan's is not responsible for any failure to execute a bid and shall have no liability to any bidder for any technical or other failure associated with an internet auction.

11) BIDDING INCREMENTS. The following increments are used at the auction. Absentee bids must fall within these increments. Cowan's will automatically reduce any absentee bid to the closest increment if the bid falls outside the published range of increments.

For Bids falling Between Bidding Increment

 $0 -     200  $10

 $201 -     500  $25

 $501 - 1,000  $50

 $1,001-3,000 $100

 $3,001-5,000 $250

 $5,001 and up $500 or at the discretion of the auctioneer

Cowan's reserves the right to modify increments at any time during the auction.


AFTER THE AUCTION

12) BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY. Upon the fall of the hammer, title to the offered lot shall pass to the buyer and the buyer immediately assumes full risk and responsibility for the lot, including liability for loss or damage and is liable for payment of the Purchase Price (as defined below) to Cowan's. It is the buyer's responsibility to ask specific questions on condition related concerns prior to the auction.

13) PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT. The discounted "Purchase Price" for each lot shall equal the hammer price, buyer's premium, sales tax and, if applicable, all packing, handling, insurance and shipping costs. U.S. bidders may pay with cash, personal check, money order, bank check or wire transfer. Bidders outside the U. S. will be required to pay by wire transfer. Credit cards are accepted on an auction-by-auction basis - please contact the office prior to bidding in the auction to confirm payment options. Bidders unknown to Cowan's may be asked to provide additional personal identity or banking information. Cowan's reserves the right to hold a purchased lot until a check has cleared.

PLEASE NOTE: A surcharge of 3% will be assessed to all credit card transactions. This surcharge is not greater than our cost of acceptance.

Buyers who are present at the auction must pay the full Purchase Price at the time of the sale. Buyers who bid by telephone or who are absentee bidders will be invoiced within 5 days after the close of the auction and must pay the full Purchase Price for each purchased lot within 14 days after the date of the auction. By signing the absentee bid form or placing a bid by telephone, an absentee bidder authorizes Cowan's to charge the Purchase Price for each lot for which such bidder is the successful bidder to the credit card number provided by telephone or on the absentee bid form, unless payment in full or alternative payment instruction is received within 14 days after the date of the auction. No property will be released by Cowan's unless the Purchase Price has been paid in full.

Institutional billing may be available, and should be arranged prior to the auction.

Cowan's may impose late charges of 1.5% per month (or the highest interest rate allowed) on any amount owed to Cowan's that remains unpaid after 30 days. Buyer shall be liable for any collection costs or attorney's fees incurred by Cowan's to collect payment, to the extent permitted by law.

14) SALES TAX. Buyers are required to pay any applicable state and local sales tax.

15) SHIPPING. At the request of the buyer, Cowan's will authorize the shipment of purchased items, which usually ship within two weeks after payment has been received. Shipment is generally made via UPS or Fed-Ex Ground. Unless buyer gives special instructions, the shipping method shall be at the sole discretion of Cowan's. Cowan's is in no way responsible for the acts or omissions of independent handlers, packers or shippers of purchased items or for any loss, damage or delay from the packing or shipping of any property.

ADVICE TO INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Jewelry can be shipped internationally but cannot be insured.

Property made of or containing certain plant or animal materials, such as coral, crocodile, ivory, whalebone, baleen, tortoiseshell, etc., may require a license or certificate before exportation from the United States and importation to another country. If you are purchasing items that contain these materials, you need to check the government wildlife import requirements in the countries from which and to which the item is being shipped prior to bidding. Since the export and import licenses are independently issued by the countries of origin and destination, obtaining one does not guarantee that you can obtain the other. Purchasers are responsible for making timely payments on items won at auction, even if a license is delayed or denied.

Cowan's is happy to provide a shipping estimate in advance of the auction. Please contact Cowan's Auctions by email at shipping@cowans.com, or call 513.871.1670 (ext. 219).

16) SHIPPING CHARGES. Buyers are required to pay for all packing, shipping and insurance charges. Overseas duty charges are the responsibility of the successful bidder. Be aware that for larger and/or valuable items, shipping charges can be substantial.

17) REMOVAL AND STORAGE OF PROPERTY. If purchased property has not been removed, or Cowan's has not received shipping instructions within 21 days after the auction date, a $10 per item per day storage fee may be charged to the buyer.

18) CANCELLATION OF SALE. If purchased property remains in the custody of Cowan's for a period of 60 days following the auction, Cowan's may, at its option, cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages any payments made by the buyer, or resell the property at auction or by any other commercially reasonable means, for the account and at the risk of the buyer, and in such event, buyer shall be liable for the payment of all deficiencies plus all of Cowan's costs, including but not limited to storage and costs of both sales. This right of cancellation is in addition to any and all other remedies available to Cowan's.

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