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Mark text recorded possibly for Kary Begay, “KB”, set in type (not a picture of the mark)
Mark text as recorded, set in type by us — not a picture of the mark
Hallmark reference

Kary Begay

Possible attribution

The hallmark "KB" is a possible attribution to Kary Begay, not a confirmed one; the nation recorded is Navajo (Diné).

This attribution is uncertain. The link between this mark and Kary Begay is recorded in hedged or unconfirmed terms, so treat it as a lead, not a conclusion.

This mark is shared. “KB” is also recorded for Kenneth Begay, so the mark alone cannot tell these makers apart.

Craft as recorded
Silversmith
Mark text
KB

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Questions about this entry

Whose hallmark reads "KB"?
The hallmark "KB" is a possible attribution to Kary Begay, not a confirmed one; the nation recorded is Navajo (Diné).
Which nation is recorded for Kary Begay?
The reference records the nation as Navajo (Diné), as stated at the source.
Is this a possible or a confirmed attribution to Kary Begay?
A possible attribution, not a confirmed one: the source describes the link between this mark and Kary Begay in hedged or unconfirmed terms, so treat it as a lead rather than a conclusion.

Sources

The entry for Kary Begay was compiled from Humiovi research records, notes the gallery compiled from published references, such as gallery and museum records (the individual sources are not named).

  • Humiovi research records, notes the gallery compiled from published references, such as gallery and museum records (the individual sources are not named).

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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