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The listing, Native American Pendant??? I really have no clue has ended.

Its made of base metal but has onyx, mother of pearl, and red coral. It took a steady hand for sure!! Its amazing craftsmanship. Please help me with what this could be!! Insect maybe?? Idk!!!

Questions & Comments

I think its a lady bug or or some type of beetle.

Aug 15th, 2015 at 10:06:49 PM PDT by

It is actually a beetle. And I don't think its from Mexico like the other lady said. The only ones I could find like this are from Italy!

Aug 16th, 2015 at 9:06:10 AM PDT by

I have read all of your comments here. It's a very unique piece, and auction so thank you for posting it! I do not believe it is Italian. The base metals and style do indicate Indian/Mexican origin. The style is a pretty big give a way to this. My family (grandparents and mother). traveled there yearly long ago, and I have some pieces of Mexican Indian art that are styled this way. I would definitely take it to a museum to just check on it's age. Your previous poster may be right in saying it looks Mayan. Who knows! You might have a genuine historical tiny treasure. Mexico still makes micro mosaics and produces and sells the tiny cut glass (smalti) used in them. It would be worth 30 minutes of your time to get it checked out! Just my opinion, and again, lovely curiosity auction!!! Blessed be!

Aug 20th, 2015 at 6:03:35 AM PDT by

Thank you I was just basing what I have said off what I found online. Italy still does the micro mosaics as well. Who knows? I listed it so someone else can have something truly original and awesome!! I go after the unique things and that's shat I like to offer. The winner may have a fortune with this piece and I really hope that's the case. I very content with that thought. Even if it was worth a lot I wouldn't take it down. That's for commenting and good luck if you decide to bid.

Aug 20th, 2015 at 1:01:43 PM PDT by

Very nice and unique as always its so cool to see what you have hun for sale such unique things always . blessings Gypsy .

Aug 17th, 2015 at 11:31:01 PM PDT by

That's very sweet thank you so much. I've had a bad weekend and a terrible start to this day but you put a smile on my face!! Its much appreciated!!!

Aug 18th, 2015 at 3:59:28 AM PDT by

How incredibly unique! I have never seen anything like it! This is one to watch!

Aug 21st, 2015 at 10:11:34 AM PDT by

I definitely agree with you!! Thank you for your comment!!

Aug 21st, 2015 at 11:02:08 AM PDT by

Have seen beading work like this done with items made in Italy

Aug 12th, 2015 at 12:36:57 PM PDT by

Cool I have no idea about this one. It looks old though.

Aug 14th, 2015 at 2:08:58 PM PDT by

It's micro mosaic

Aug 15th, 2015 at 1:11:21 AM PDT by

It sure is. It is called pietra dura. These go back to the ancient Romans. Its really interesting how long these have been made.

Aug 16th, 2015 at 8:38:48 AM PDT by

I love it, too! But, it looks like a frog to me! And I ❤️ frogs!

Aug 15th, 2015 at 5:06:27 PM PDT by

I've had a couple say that too!!

Aug 15th, 2015 at 5:31:53 PM PDT by

Looks like maybe a dissected insect. Strange and weird but I love strange and weird! How about a pic of the backside? Thanks!

Aug 3rd, 2015 at 9:50:41 PM PDT by

The back is just metal but I will get one up.

Aug 4th, 2015 at 2:52:32 PM PDT by

Its very interesting, and it looks so tiny! It had to have taken a very steady hand to do this! The detail is amazing! ( =

Aug 16th, 2015 at 2:05:10 PM PDT by

Its pretty small so I'm sure it took a very steady hand! The stone work is as beautiful as it is amazing!!! This is a great piece!!!

Aug 16th, 2015 at 6:12:54 PM PDT by

Very cool piece. Sorry that I can not fan you right now because I am at my 1,000 fan limit. I am watching though! Great auction!

Aug 17th, 2015 at 2:30:01 PM PDT by

.Thank you very much.

Aug 17th, 2015 at 4:11:10 PM PDT by

My husband says that the piece is Myan. You may want to find out more about it before this Auction ends.

Aug 16th, 2015 at 10:03:10 AM PDT by

I've done a little research and a lot of these came from Italy. I've found several that look like this from there.

Aug 16th, 2015 at 6:11:09 PM PDT by

Just wanted to say, I LOVE your honesty in your title!!!

Aug 24th, 2015 at 6:34:49 PM PDT by

Thank you and I just call it like I see it!!

Aug 24th, 2015 at 6:38:09 PM PDT by

Ahhh...Im thinking South American, Mayan not a far off guess

Aug 24th, 2015 at 12:27:47 PM PDT by

Possibly!!! Its awesome that's for sure!!

Aug 24th, 2015 at 12:50:55 PM PDT by

How about an Africa beetle. At first I thought frog then more I looked at it. I think it's like an Africa beetle. Did u find out what it is??

Aug 20th, 2015 at 10:30:20 AM PDT by

If you haven't already try and read all the comments and please decide for yourself what you think it is because I honestly don't know. I appreciate your opinion though and I too believe it to be some type of beetle.

Aug 20th, 2015 at 1:04:28 PM PDT by

Definitely a lady bug!!!

Aug 18th, 2015 at 3:37:36 PM PDT by

I saw one that was of a lady bug and this one is a little different I think!

Aug 19th, 2015 at 1:33:25 PM PDT by

I agree!

Aug 16th, 2015 at 6:15:13 PM PDT by

Thank you!

Aug 17th, 2015 at 9:33:10 AM PDT by

i look like a beetle like a laybug

Aug 15th, 2015 at 8:51:38 PM PDT by

From what I've seen and read online I believe its a nettle and from Italy not Mexico. Italy is well known for micro mosaic jewelry!

Aug 18th, 2015 at 6:09:16 AM PDT by

They sell these down here in Mexico. It's a bug, the also do frogs. There is suppose to be another loop on the upper arm and it lays in the middle of a chain. It's not beads, it's chips of different stones hammered/inlaid into the bug. Haven't seen one of these in about ten years.. Also haven't visited Mexico in about as long. They are all handmade items.

Aug 15th, 2015 at 1:11:28 PM PDT by

Thank you for the info. I was curious as to where it came from.

Aug 16th, 2015 at 8:30:26 AM PDT by

It is some kind of bug

Aug 15th, 2015 at 3:10:18 AM PDT by

Thanks sweetie!!

Aug 15th, 2015 at 11:22:53 AM PDT by

A frog

Aug 11th, 2015 at 6:33:16 AM PDT by

Possibly? Thanks for your input?

Aug 11th, 2015 at 8:36:45 AM PDT by

Any markings anywhere?

Aug 9th, 2015 at 12:46:35 AM PDT by

None. I figured out though its either a bee or a lady bug.

Aug 9th, 2015 at 3:20:10 PM PDT by

Sort of looks like a ladybug. Great auction!

Aug 6th, 2015 at 11:03:57 AM PDT by

I've had a couple of people say that. I will add more photos soon.

Aug 6th, 2015 at 11:09:31 AM PDT by

Native American Pendant??? I really have no clue is in the Antiques category