Large Navajo pin by artist Gary Reeves-Pawn Jewelry

Navajo handcrafted pin by acclaimed artist Gary Reeves. The pin features the artist's detailed stamping that he is known for. The pattern radiates from the center and shows more than 100 stamp markings. This is an outstanding piece and a true collectors piece. Signed by the artist. 

Gary Reeves: Master of Navajo Revival Style

Born in Gallup, New Mexico, in 1962, the late Navajo silversmith Gary Reeves (d. July 2014) began his craft in 1974. He was the older brother to acclaimed silversmith Sunshine Reeves and the younger brother of the late David Reeves, who was pivotal in teaching silversmithing to Gary, Sunshine, and their half-brothers Darrel and Andy Cadman

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 & turquoise

Tribe affiliation: Navajo

Time period: current 

Width measurements:  3" across  (all measurements are approximate)