Catalog Number |
CAS 0370-1485A,B | |
Category | Jewelry & Metalwork | |
Object Name | Earrings | |
Culture | Navajo | |
Global Region | North America | |
Country | USA | |
State/Prov./Dist. | Arizona | |
County | Pinal | |
Other Geographic Data | City: Scottsdale | |
Maker's Name | Kenneth Begay (1913-1977) (attributed) | |
Date of Manufacture | ca. 1950-1960 | |
Collection Name | Elkus Collection (Native American) | |
Materials | Metal: Silver | |
Description | Pair of earrings, each consisting of asymmetrical, pear-shaped silver plate with band of 3 curved parallel lines stamped diagonally across their centers; 3 silver tubular dangles are pendant from lower edge of each, supported by wire loops; Sterling silver screw-on earring posts are soldered onto reverse; Earrings are unsigned. | |
Dimensions (cm) | Width = 1.5, Thickness = 1.4, Length = 4.4 |