Born in Gallup, New Mexico in 1971, Derrick Gordon is a prolific young silversmith who is the father of three daughters (the youngest born earlier in 2003). He learned to smith silver from his uncle Delbert Gordon. He is accomplished in many aspects of the trade and makes fine rings, bracelets, earrings, pins, pendants and more.

The sculpted edges of this cross pendant are highlighted by intricate stampwork, while further texture is added by elongated repoussée ovals. It is set with a thick free-form stone of natural, untreated Royston turquoise from Nevada. This looks great on a strand of Erma Arviso's antiqued Sterling beads of 7 mm. or 8 mm. diameter.

Hallmarked "Derrick" and stamped "Sterling" on back.

Stone: 11/16" x 1/2"

Dimensions of cross (excluding bale): 3" x 2 3/8"

Total hang: 3 3/4"