Gold and Sterling Silver Necklace by Preston Monongye

DESCRIPTION: For your consideration we present a gold and sterling silver necklace by Preston Monongye. This dynamic piece is a bear claw with an inlay of coral, lapis, onyx and shell. The chain and bale are 14K gold, and the pendant is sterling silver with a gold wash. Make this magnificent piece yours today!
MAKER: Hallmarked with a Peyote bird with a P between the tail and the wings (stamped, this stamp was used in the late 1950s-1960s). Preston Monongye (1927-1987; Mission/ Hopi-Adopted). Active 1960s-1987.
APPROX AGE: Vintage (pendant)- Modern (necklace).
SIZE: This necklace measures approximately 30 inches from end to end, and the pendant measures 3/4 inch across (at the widest point) x 2-1/4 inches from top to bottom. The total weight for this item is 14.9 grams.
CONDITION: Good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.