Turquoise inlay hoop earrings-Pawn Jewelry

One of most unique offerings ! These hoop earrings are handcrafted by a Zuni aritst. The thin turquoise is shaped into a tapered "C" form with multi color stone and shell accents. Light weight and easy to wear. 

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, coral, lapis,jet and mother of pearl

Tribe affiliation: Zuni

Time period: current

 Measurement: 1"  across ( all measurement’s are approximate )