Medium Size Petit Point Circular Pin

This medium sized petit point pin was handcrafted by Zeta Begay. The piece is solid sterling silver and has turquoise stones along with twist wire and bead details. The piececomes attached to its original red pawn ticket.The term "pawn" refers to jewelry that has been pawned to brokers. The practice of pawning jewelry began in the early 1900s when Native Americans and traders would exchange jewelry for food and other necessities, it is still used today and is embedded in the Navajo culture. 

Measurements: 1-3/4" across