Yei-Bi-Chei dance bracelet-Pawn Jewelry

Navajo handcrafted bracelet.The unique design of the see is of a Yei Bi Chei (pronounced "yay-bee-chay") dance is a ceremonial dance within Navajo culture, where dancers impersonate supernatural beings called "Yeis" to bring healing and harmony. Images of the Navajo culture is also shown in the overlay pattern. The bracelet has a natural patina on the edges and the inside. It has a sturdy feel and is very comfortable. A hallmark of "IHMSS" on the inside of the bracelet stands for " Indian Handmade Sterling Silver"

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 

Tribe affiliation: Navajo

Time period: current 

Inside Measurement: 5-5/8" with a 1-1/2" opening * This bracelet will fit wrist sizes 6-3/4 to 7"

Width measurements: approximately 1"  (all measurements are approximate)

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