Frank Senior Morenci Box

This amazing one-of-a-kind box has 55 natural Morenci (Arizona) nuggets in prime condition. This centerpiece for your coffee table is a unique conversation piece and a genuine piece of American mid-century art by the Patania dynasty founder himself. 
 
6 5/8 X 3 3⁄4 X 1 3/8-inch sterling overlay box with 55 nugget Morenci turquoise with Thunderbird, FP SR. Cartouche and sterling hallmarks. The lid is hinged onto the box base. The top is scalloped around the overlay frame which like the side’s underlayer is “heavy matt” textured under the saw tooth bezels. The box rests on triangular feet. The hallmarks on the back are Thunderbird, Frank Patania Senior's cartouche and sterling.