Sandcast Flower Shaped Sterling and Turquoise Pin

This sandcast flower shaped sterling silver pin is very traditional, and handcrafted by a Navajo Artitst. It can be worn vertically or horizontally. There is a single turquoise stone at the center giving the pin some interest. This piece 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. 

Measurements; 1" x 1-1/2"