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Navajo (Dine') silver bracelet thunderbird and arrows

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
inside dimensions: 2 1/2" diameter x 1 9/16" from the center to the back opening; the back opening is 1 9/16"
silver
excellent condition
circa 190-1920s
ex: Private Collection
$895.
(J1906)

The Navajo (Dine') began to work silver in the mid-nineteenth century. Learning techniques of silversmithing from the Mexicans, they began to produce beautiful jewelry to wear.

As the railroads reached the Southwest in the 1880s, the Fred Harvey Company opened shops for travelers at the railroad stations, thus providing a ready market for Navajo jewelry. The Fred Harvey Company encouraged motifs that the tourists liked, which included arrows such as those seen on this bracelet.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1949
Materials:	silver, stamping
Condition:	New. excellent condition
Metals:	Silver
Styles / Movements:	American Indian
Incollect Reference #:	792048

Message from Seller:

Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC, located at 520 East 72nd Street in New York City, specializes in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery, and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer pieces from Taxco, Mexico. With over 30 years of experience, Marcy Burns offers expert consultation, appraisals, and full warranties on the objects it sells. Reach them at 212-439-9257 or info@marcyburns.com.