Erick Begay — Silversmith
Overview
Erick Begay (born 1975) is a Navajo silversmith active since the late 1980s, known for retro-style work: stamp- and file-work, tufa casting, channel inlay, stone sets and engraving. He is the son of Frances Begay and a multiple award winner. His mark is his name, "Erick Begay," in script.
The directory lists many Begay silversmiths — including Elsie Begay, whose entry sits beside his in our reference books; no family relation between the two is stated there.
The Mark
"Erick Begay (1975-; Navajo). Active since late 1980s. Retro style; stamp- and file-work; tufa casting; channel inlay, stone sets; silver, gold, diamonds; some engraving. Son of Frances Begay. Multiple award winner. Mark: Erick Begay (script)"
— Hougart, Bille. Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks, 5th ed. (2022), p. 48.
The mark as documented in Hougart's hallmark reference: Erick Begay (script).
References
- Hougart, Bille. Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks, 5th ed. Washington, DC: BilleHougartBooks, 2022.
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Name card shown; hallmark photo to come.