Vintage Zuni Virgil & Shirley Benn Multi-Inlay Cardinal Sterling Brooch

This vintage Zuni Virgil & Shirley Benn multi-inlay cardinal sterling brooch pin is offered in used condition. It features a cardinal motif with multi-inlay work set in sterling silver. Ideal for collectors of Native American jewelry, Zuni inlay pieces, or statement brooches for jackets, scarves, and hats. Free shipping is included with your purchase. Check the listing for details on measurements, markings, materials verification, and any signs of wear consistent with age and prior use.

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Weight 14.71g Length 2-1/8" longZUNI/TEWA VIRGIL & SHIRLEY BENN: Virgil Benn, a master Zuni silversmith active since the 1950s, is known for his exceptional channel and mosaic inlay work, often depicting human faces, heads, and animals. He shares his hallmark stamp with his wife, Shirley Benn. Shirley Benn (b. 1936), a Tewa artist, has been active since the 1950s as both a potter and silversmith. She also specialized in channel and mosaic inlay, creating intricate designs that at times included early needlepoint, crosses, and small pins. Shirley shares the same hallmark stamp with her husband, Virgil Benn. She is the daughter of renowned potter Daisy Hooee Nampeyo (wife of famed silversmith Leo Poblano) and the mother of jeweler Bryceson Pinto. We acid test all of our jewelry Shipping will include priority and insurance Don't forget to check out our other Vintage Native American pieces