R. Sherman
- Maker
- Robert Sherman attributed, not confirmed
- Struck in
- United States attributed, not confirmed
- Recorded on
- 4 pieces
The mark "R. Sherman" is the maker's signature attributed to American silversmith Robert Sherman, known for producing Western and Southwestern-style studio jewelry, including lines marketed under names such as "Dusty Trails." The signature is typically stamped in clear capital and lowercase lettering directly onto the interior band of rings, almost universally accompanied by a standard "STERLING" purity stamp.
Jewelry bearing this mark is distinguished by its substantial, heavy-gauge construction and masculine or bold unisex profiles. Pieces frequently feature bezel-set natural turquoise cabochons mounted on thick, cast or fabricated bands with distinct grooved, stippled, or architectural shoulder detailing.
While the styling draws heavily on mid-to-late 20th-century Southwestern and Native American silversmithing traditions, pieces stamped "R. Sherman" represent non-tribal American studio work. The mark should not be confused with those of Indigenous silversmiths sharing the Sherman surname, such as Navajo smiths Albert Sherman or Jesse Sherman, who use distinct hallmark configurations.
The mark on different pieces
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What this entry is based on
- 4 pieces carrying this mark, handled and photographed by this shop Written with the piece in hand. No published hallmark reference covers most of these marks.
Nothing outside this shop has been checked for this mark yet. What is above comes from the pieces themselves and from what was written while they were in hand.
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