OSCAR BETZ HAS OUTDONE HIMSELF
The legendary lapidary artisan is best known for his southwestern-style chandelier earrings, but his talent knows no bounds and this jaw-dropping cluster cuff showcases his remarkable talent boasting hand-cut and hand-set turquoise stones and large sterling silver drops in a statement-sized bracelet. The kind of stop-and-stare statement piece that’s an instant collector!
Oscar Betz (1954-; Anglo), Stone sets; stamp work.
Mark: Oscar Betz (script)
Santa Fe, New Mexico artist, Oscar Betz, has been a favorite of collectors and celebrities since the 1970s.
He is known for his original stone sets and one-of-a-kind jewelry and is famous for perfecting the featherweight, Southwest Chandelier earring.
- artist: Oscar Betz
- hallmarks: Oscar Betz, Santa Fe, N.M.
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise
- dimensions: 6" inside, 1 1/4" gap, 3 1/4" across face
- weight: 84 grams
- contemporary
- style number: JB3853