Navajo Sterling Silver Tufa Cast Rainmaker Pendant

Darryl Dean Begay

Darryl D. Begay was taught the art of Tufa casting from his uncle, Bobby Begay. Through trial and error Darryl has created his own style of jewelry. Rich in Navajo culture, hard work and faith has brought Darryl recognition in the Native Art scene. Raymond C. Yazzie taught Darryl the difficult technique of corn row style inlay. Raymond also has been sharing his metal smithing techniques and has been a mentor to Darryl. Myron Panteah has also shown Darryl new techniques (Anodizing Niobium) that Darryl is incorporating into his artwork. The passion that Darryl has for his art has brought Darryl to new levels. Creating beautiful jewelry art and bringing joy to people’s lives has humbled Darryl. For now he is creating one masterpiece at a time.

This gorgeous pendant is called "Rainmaker." It is made of tufa cast sterling silver. The head is a large piece of natural red coral measuring 1 inch by 5/8 inch at the widest points. The pendant is also set with a piece of Lone Mountain Turquoise measuring 1/4 inch by 1/8 inch and pieces of Sleeping Beauty turquoise, sugilite, and coral, each measuring 3/8 inch by 1/8 inch. The pendant measures 4 1/4 inches by 1 1/2 inches. The 18 inch sterling silver chain is included with the pendant.

Weight 1.95 oz/55.3 grams. Item Number JN4791.

Price $875