Zuni stud inlay earrings-Pawn Jewelry

Zuni handcrafted stud earrings. These unique earrings feature a round inlay pattern with a flower design.The contrasting colors that form the design make these stand out. They are light weight and easy to wear. They have a silver post.

 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 Navajo culture. 

Material: Sterling silver, jet, turquoise and coral

Tribe affiliation: Zuni

Time period: current 

Overall measurements : 5/8" across