Medium turquoise heart pendant by artist Happy Piasso

Handcrafted pendant by Navajo Happy Piasso. The unique ring features a large heart surrounded by round star stamps and twist wire. The heart shaped shell is raised slightly above the mounting giving this ring a stong presence. The bail has detailed stamping and scalloped edges and can accommodate up to a 6mm bead or chain. It has a medium weight and is easy to wear. If you love hearts, then this may be the pendant for you !

Material: Sterling silver & Turquoise

Tribe affiliation: Navajo

Time period: current 

Mounting measurements :1-1/8" x 1-1/8" / 1-3/4" in total length with bail

Artist:  Happy Piaso, Navajo, is 40 years old (2014) and is married to Rudie Willie. She was born and raised in Alamo, New Mexico and has 2 children, one of which is in the military. Happy was taught the craft of silversmithing by her husband, Rudie.