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Sterling Silver Mule Deer Skull Bolo Tie with Sonoran Gold Turquoise
Sterling Silver Mule Deer Skull Bolo Tie with Sonoran Gold Turquoise
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Hand-sawn, layered, and full of desert spirit, these bolo ties are inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe’s iconic work.
Each piece features a sterling silver mule deer skull (2" tall x 1 ¾" wide), crafted in two layers of silver for depth and dimension. The skull is meticulously sawed by hand, with hand-carved lines of decay etched into the surface. Behind the antlers, the back plate is hand-stamped with tiny stars and patina’d dark, evoking the desert night sky.
At the top of the skull sits a Sonoran Gold turquoise cabochon; each stone unique, with swirling green and golden tones reminiscent of the desert floor after rain.
✨ Available in two variations:
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Bolero Style: Green-leaning Sonoran turquoise on a light brown leather cord (48"). Wrap it twice around the neck as a choker + lariat style, or wear long.
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Classic Style: Slightly darker Sonoran turquoise on a dark brown bolo cord (38"). Sleek, masculine, and timeless.
Both cords are finished with handmade sterling silver end caps.
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Pendant size: 2" tall x 1 ¾" wide
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Stone: Sonoran Gold turquoise
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Metal: Sterling silver, layered + hand-stamped
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Cord: Light brown 48" (wrap bolero) OR dark brown 38" (traditional bolo)
✨ Symbolism: The mule deer skull has long represented endurance and beauty in the desert — O’Keeffe’s own muse. Paired with Sonoran Gold turquoise, it becomes a talisman of transformation, grounding, and the wild resilience of the Southwest.
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Jewelry Care
Jewelry Care
To keep your Mend Metalworks jewelry looking its best:
- gently polish it with a soft, non-abrasive polishing cloth.
- Avoid harsh chemicals.
- Store your jewelry in a cool, dry place.
- We recommend removing your jewelry before showering, swimming, exercising, or any rowdy adventuring!
Return Policy
Return Policy
We want you to love your Mend Metalworks jewelry! Unworn, undamaged items can be returned for a full refund, but please do the following:
- Contact me within three days of delivery with your request and reason,
- Ship back within 7 days of delivery in original conditions and packaging,
- Shipping costs will be incurred for both directions,
- Custom pieces are the exception and cannot be returned. We will work with you to ensure your piece is exactly what you want before it ships!








