Bidspirit auction | Willbert Benally Navajo Bear Claw

Willbert Benally Navajo Bear Claw Squash Blossom - Willbert Benally (Navajo, 20th c). Sterling silver squash blossom necklace with central pendant comprised of two bear claws and roaring bear, 12 total ancillary bear claw pendants, six on either side. With silver beads strung on wire. On a hook and eye closure. Marked sterling and WB for Willbert Benally along the reverse of the main pendant. Length: 28 in. Gross weight: 307.8 g. Condition: Tarnishing through out, some accretions to the grooves of the claws. Minimal gapping. All components firmly attached.