Wes CRAig 12K GF
- Maker
- Wes Craig attributed, not confirmed
- Struck in
- Navajo Nation, Southwestern United States attributed, not confirmed
- Recorded on
- 1 piece
This mark identifies the work of Navajo silversmith Wes Craig and indicates the presence of 12-karat gold-filled elements on the piece. Craig is known for crafting mixed-metal Southwestern jewelry, frequently combining sterling silver bases with 12K gold-filled overlays, wire wraps, and decorative accents.
Pieces stamped with this mark are typically traditional to contemporary Navajo jewelry, including cuff bracelets, rings, and pendants. They are often co-stamped with standard purity and provenance designations, such as "STERLING" or "IHMSS" (an acronym for Indian Hand Made Sterling Silver, used by regional guilds to certify authentic Native American handcraftsmanship).
When identifying this mark, look for the distinctive combination of Craig's full name alongside the fractional gold fineness stamp. It should not be confused with pure gold marks or standard sterling stamps unaccompanied by a maker's name.
Previously sold with this mark
Kept on the record — a maker's back catalogue is most of the evidence that a mark is what we say it is.
Struck alongside
Pieces carrying this mark are also struck with these.
What this entry is based on
- one piece 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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