🔎 UNIDENTIFIED R.D Yawaki zuni

[Marino13]

Anybody know much about this zuni silversmith? I picked up a beautiful silverware set. I can't find much. But I didn't pay over silver value so I think it's a win. Thanks.

 

[Red-Coat]

Nice, and collectible.

Doesn't seem to be much information about the artisan, but other pieces being sold seem to be attributed as "c.1970s".

R.D. Yawakie Zuni Sterling Silverware Set

This set of Zuni sterling silverware is signed by jewelry maker R.D. Yawakie. This set includes 6 knives, 6 spoons, 6 dinner forks and 6 dessert forks. They feature a cut out design with multi colored stone inlay. Total weight with stones: 50.03 ozt.

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[Marino13]

Nice, and collectible.

Doesn't seem to be much information about the artisan, but other pieces being sold seem to be attributed as "c.1970s".

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R.D. Yawakie Zuni Sterling Silverware Set

This set of Zuni sterling silverware is signed by jewelry maker R.D. Yawakie. This set includes 6 knives, 6 spoons, 6 dinner forks and 6 dessert forks. They feature a cut out design with multi colored stone inlay. Total weight with stones: 50.03 ozt.

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That's actually from the auction I won. Thanks for the input. I'm a sucker for native American stuff. Ha ha. Thank you.

 

[tamrock]

Good score.

 

[unclemac]

are you kidding me? awesome score! Use them, don't just let them sit in a box

 

[Marino13]

are you kidding me? awesome score! Use them, don't just let them sit in a box

I plan on using them, I think they are awesome.

 

[Marino13]

Here are some more pics after I picked up my stuff. I love silverware, the the natural factor of this just made me have to get it. I love the fact that the blade is sterling as well unlike commercial flatware sets.

 

[unclemac]

they would look good with these...

 

[Marino13]

they would look good with these...
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They are very raw looking, but that's what appealed to. Me, hand made and not from a big factory.