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Mark text recorded possibly for Wilford Begay, “W BEGAY”, 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

Wilford Begay

Possible attribution

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

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

Craft as recorded
Silversmith
Mark text
W BEGAY

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Questions about this entry

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

Sources

The entry for Wilford 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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