Sterling Silver Kokopelli Navajo Post Hoop Earrings
Sterling Silver Kokopelli Navajo Post Hoop Earrings
Sterling Silver.
Post hoop earrings measure approximately 5/8" long and 1/4" at widest point.
This is a wonderful piece of Navajo artistry! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo overlay hand crafted by artist Peggy Skeets, out of genuine sterling silver. Overlay is a process that utilizes at least two layers of sterling silver or gold. One layer forms the foundation, while the second is used to design the individual detailed overlay. In this pair of earrings the second layer creates incredible Kokopelli designs for a striking finish. 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 by the artist.
Post hoop earrings measure approximately 5/8" long and 1/4" at widest point.
This is a wonderful piece of Navajo artistry! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo overlay hand crafted by artist Peggy Skeets, out of genuine sterling silver. Overlay is a process that utilizes at least two layers of sterling silver or gold. One layer forms the foundation, while the second is used to design the individual detailed overlay. In this pair of earrings the second layer creates incredible Kokopelli designs for a striking finish. 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 by the artist.