Pawn Jewelry- Zuni needle point cross

Zuni crafted pendant made of solid sterling silver. The pendant features a cross design with 5 turquosie stones. The pendant has signs of being worn as the turquosie has changed from its original lite blue coloring to medium blues and greens. This is very common for natural turquoise to change colors as it comes in contact oils, lotions and soaps. This type of piece has a very vntage look and feel. The pendant has a small open hook on the back of the pendant for up to a 2mm chain. 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.

Material: Sterling silver &  turquoise

Tribe affiliation: Zuni

Time period: current 

pendant measurements: 1-1/8" x 3/4"