Mel Benally
The hallmark "MB" is a possible attribution to Mel Benally, not a confirmed one; the nation recorded is Navajo (Diné).
This attribution is uncertain. The link between this mark and Mel Benally is recorded in hedged or unconfirmed terms, so treat it as a lead, not a conclusion.
- Nation as recorded
- Navajo (Diné)All 719 hallmarks and pottery signatures recorded as Navajo (Diné)Shop Navajo pieces
- Craft as recorded
- Silversmith
- Mark text
- MB
More from Navajo artisans
Other pieces in our shop from Navajo artisans. Shown for their nation and craft; not linked to this entry in our records.
$150.00
$199.00
$299.00
$289.00
$150.00
$189.00
$150.00
$150.00
Email me when a piece bearing this mark arrives
Questions about this entry
- Whose hallmark reads "MB"?
- The hallmark "MB" is a possible attribution to Mel Benally, not a confirmed one; the nation recorded is Navajo (Diné).
- Which nation is recorded for Mel Benally?
- The reference records the nation as Navajo (Diné), as stated at the source.
- Is this a possible or a confirmed attribution to Mel Benally?
- A possible attribution, not a confirmed one: the source describes the link between this mark and Mel Benally in hedged or unconfirmed terms, so treat it as a lead rather than a conclusion.
Sources
The entry for Mel Benally 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.
Related marks to compare
- Kee Joe Benally · “KJB”Same surname · Same nation recorded
- Wilbert BenallySame surname · Same nation recorded
- Veronica Benally · “V. BENALLY”Same surname · Same nation recorded
- Fernando Benally · “F Benally”Same surname · Same nation recorded
- Emil Benally · “EB”Same surname · Same nation recorded · Possible attribution
- Chester Benally · “C. Benally”Same surname · Same nation recorded
- Alice Benally · “A BENALLY”Same surname · Same nation recorded · Possible attribution
- Mose Blackgoat · “Mose”Similar mark or initials · Same nation recorded