Pair of silver hairpins
Maker
Unknown, Diné (Navajo)
DateEarly to Mid 20th C
MediumSilver
Dimensions2 1/2” L x 5/8” W and 2 5/8” L x 5/8” W
Credit LineGift of Carolynne Whitefeather
Object numberNA2011.59.WHI
DescriptionPair of silver hairpins, each with semicircular top and two prongs, which are each twisted at the top. The semicircular area of each hairpin has three curved stamped designs.
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
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Unknown, Noanamá Chocó