Pin, Cluster, Turquoise, Old Pawn, Mid Century, 1196
A cluster pin for the true collector.
The craftsmanship on this ornate openwork pin is exquisite. It showcases twenty-six stunning turquoise cabochons in varying shapes and sizes each displayed in sawtooth silver bezels. The settings are placed on a darkened silver background accented with silver dots, twisted wires and silver arches. Not only is it aesthetically exceptional, the provenance is Dead Pawn from the Flagstaff Trading Company; seller owned it from 1965-1975. A remarkable find for your collection!
- affiliation: Navajo
- hallmarks: sticker FLAGSTAFF Trading Co.
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise
- measurements: 2 1/4" x 2 7/8"
- weight: 31 grams
- locking c clasp
- nice vintage condition
- stones are secure in their settings
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from ethnographic use
- style: JP1196
Description
A cluster pin for the true collector.
The craftsmanship on this ornate openwork pin is exquisite. It showcases twenty-six stunning turquoise cabochons in varying shapes and sizes each displayed in sawtooth silver bezels. The settings are placed on a darkened silver background accented with silver dots, twisted wires and silver arches. Not only is it aesthetically exceptional, the provenance is Dead Pawn from the Flagstaff Trading Company; seller owned it from 1965-1975. A remarkable find for your collection!
- affiliation: Navajo
- hallmarks: sticker FLAGSTAFF Trading Co.
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise
- measurements: 2 1/4" x 2 7/8"
- weight: 31 grams
- locking c clasp
- nice vintage condition
- stones are secure in their settings
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from ethnographic use
- style: JP1196
