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DEMI PARURE

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Demi-parure of vintage Southwestern Navajo sterling silver & turquoise Squash blossom jewelry
Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CMA (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals

A parure is a complete set of matching jewelry meant to be worn together.

Parures can be comprised of up to 17 pieces but typically include matching earrings, brooch, necklace, ring and bracelet.

A demi-parure is a less elaborate set, consisting of 2 or more matching pieces.

Demi Parure Gallery

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