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Hallmark reference
Juan Martinez
Possible attribution
The hallmark "JMZ" is a possible attribution to Juan Martinez, not a confirmed one; the nation recorded is Navajo (Diné).
This attribution is uncertain. The link between this mark and Juan Martinez is recorded in hedged or unconfirmed terms, so treat it as a lead, not a conclusion.
- Nation as recorded
- Diné (Navajo)All 797 hallmarks and pottery signatures recorded as Navajo (Diné)Shop Diné (Navajo) pieces
- Craft as recorded
- Silversmith
- Mark text
- JMZ
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Questions about this entry
- Whose hallmark reads "JMZ"?
- The hallmark "JMZ" is a possible attribution to Juan Martinez, not a confirmed one; the nation recorded is Navajo (Diné). A photograph of the stamp is shown on this page.
- Which nation is recorded for Juan Martinez?
- The reference records the nation as Navajo (Diné), as stated at the source.
- Is this a possible or a confirmed attribution to Juan Martinez?
- A possible attribution, not a confirmed one: the source describes the link between this mark and Juan Martinez in hedged or unconfirmed terms, so treat it as a lead rather than a conclusion.
Sources
The entry for Juan Martinez was compiled from Turquoise Skies' published silversmith pages for this maker, and the stamp photograph comes from the same source.
- Turquoise Skies, published silversmith pages.
This reference is informational only. We do not offer an authentication service for hallmarks or for pieces bought elsewhere; we authenticate only the items we sell. The Humiovi is not affiliated with the artists listed.
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