Vintage Turquoise Earrings by Mike Platero - Estate Hallmarked Denim Lapis and Cultured Opal

Denim Lapis and Cultured Opal with Cubic Zirconia

The color transitions are crisp and intentional

wearable classic that speaks to the enduring tradition of handmade silver bead work

while the hand-textured sterling silver border adds depth and character

Artist: Orlinda Natewa (Zuni)

Vintage Turquoise Earrings by Mike Platero - Estate Hallmarked Denim Lapis and Cultured OpalStriking and sculptural post earrings handcrafted by Navajo silversmith Mike Platero, stamped MP Sterling on the reverse. Mike Platero is a celebrated Navajo artist from the Crownpoint, New Mexico area, widely recognized for his bold, architectural silverwork that blends traditional Navajo techniques with a strong contemporary aesthetic. His pieces are known for their substantial weight, clean lines, and masterful use of oxidized silver hallmarks that