Gorgeous pin with carved Sleeping Beauty turquoise stones and one branch coral piece. Large silver drop beads frame and protect the stones. Signed by the artists and marked sterling. Circa 1960's.
Husband and wife, Robert and Bernice Leekya were born during the 1930’s. Leekya Deyuse was Robert’s father, while Bernice’s parents were Warren and Doris Ondelacy. Bernice’s sister was the renowned Zuni artist, Alice Quam. They began making jewelry together in 1953, the year they were married. Robert and Bernice share their RLB stamp.
Measures: 2 1/8" x 2 5/8"
Weighs: 36.6 grams