Ring, Cluster, Turquoise, Vintage, 1882

A CLASSIC CLUSTER CREATION

Turquoise truly will never go out of style, and this vintage ring crafted by Alice Quam is no exception. Each bold and beautiful turquoise stone is set in a serrated bezel and accented with sterling silver drops and twist wire for a classic cluster creation. Traditionally inspired and full of beauty, it is a piece that will last a lifetime.

Alice Quam (?-2003; Zuni). Active since 1940s. Cluster work; petit point. Alice Quam shared a stamp with her husband Duane Quam. Daughter of Doris and Wayne Ondelacy. Mother of Alvina, Elgin, Shirley, and Wayne Quam, Diane Lonjose and Lorraine Waatsa. Sister of Bernice Leeky. Multiple award winner. Started using a hallmark in the 1960s.

Marks: A. Q.; A & D Q (with her husband’s initial “D”) Q

• affiliation: likely Zuni
  
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
  
• dimensions: 1/2"
  
• weight: 16 grams
• size: 8.5
• nice vintage condition
  
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina
• wear from use
  
• style: JR1882