Zuni needlepoint cluster bolo tie-Pawn Jewelry

Zuni handcrafted bolo tie Evonne Hubito.The traditional design is referred to as needle point. Needle Point Jewelry is a very elegant style that emerged in Zuni jewelry in the 1940’s. It is among some of the most labor-intensive jewelry to make. Made by both Navajo and Zuni artist, this style is defined as a small sliver of stone that are pointed on both ends. The bolo has a oval shape with over 50 individual hand cut stones and detialed silver work. Black leather cord and silver tips finish off this bolo tie. 

It comes 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 native culture. 

Material: Sterling silver & turquoise 

Tribe affiliation: Zuni

Time period: current 

Mewasurements: Cord length: 42" with 2" silver tips /   The mounting : 2-3/8" x 2"

(all measurements are approximate)