Navajo Kokopelli And Water Wave Sterling Silver Hook Dangle Earrings BX120139

MATERIALS:

Sterling silver.

MEASUREMENTS:

Hook dangle earrings measure approximately 1-3/4" long (including hook) and 7/8" wide.

DESCRIPTION:

This is a very exquisite pair of earrings that must not be overlooked! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo overlay hand crafted by artist Charlie Yazzie, out of genuine sterling silver. Overlay is a process that utilizes at least two layers of sterling silver. One layer forms the foundation, while the second is used to design the individual detailed overlay. In this pair of earrings, the second layer forms an elegant water wave pattern and Kokopelli design to highlight the Navajo tribe. In Native American beliefs, the water waves design represents continuous life. The Kokopelli is a common fertility symbol throughout the Southwest. In Native American beliefs, the Kokopelli visits various communities, seducing and impregnating the young women drawn to the tones of his flute playing. The earrings are stamped sterling and hallmarked.