Item description is the photos they are not cleaned they are exactly as is in the photos please feel free to ask questions. These Vintage Handmade NAVAJO Old Pawn Sterling & Turquoise MAIDEN Dangle Earrings are a beautiful representation of Native American jewelry. Handmade with sterling silver and featuring a stunning red turquoise stone in a cabochon shape, these earrings showcase the traditional beauty and craftsmanship of Navajo artistry.
Signed by the artist and originating from the United States, these dangle earrings are a unique and unique piece that would make a beautiful addition to any jewelry collection. Frank Yazzie (also known as Francis Yazzie). Affiliation: Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico, where he was born in 1920. Some sources also list him as a Navajo artist, so his work may reflect a mix of both styles.
Career: Began his jewelry career around 1935. Teacher: Learned silversmithing from his grandmother's brother, Charlie Bitsue. Style: Known for both inlay and stonework, often using turquoise and other gems. Known works: Jewelry featuring animals like horses, mule deer, and Kachina figures, as well as squash blossom necklaces.Some of his work is specifically attributed to him with the "FY" hallmark.