Description
Handcrafted in sterling silver by Laguna Pueblo silversmith Antoinette Platero, this dramatic statement ring features five richly colored coral cabochons set within an elongated, sculptural design. Decorative silver leaf motifs and raised beadwork lend depth and movement to the composition, highlighting the vivid warmth of the coral. A distinctive example of Southwestern Native American jewelry, the ring showcases the artist’s talent for combining bold natural materials with traditional silverwork.
Antoinette Platero is a Native American silversmith associated with Laguna Pueblo, known for handcrafted sterling silver jewelry featuring natural turquoise, coral, mother-of-pearl, and other traditional Southwestern stones. Her work reflects classic Pueblo and Navajo silversmithing influences, often combining bold cabochon stones with sculptural silverwork and organic, balanced designs. Signed examples of her jewelry are highly collectible among enthusiasts of vintage Native American jewelry.
SR3334
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