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Earrings
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Earrings

Maker Unknown, Diné (Navajo)
DateEarly 20th C (1920s)
MediumSilver or silver alloy
Dimensions3 1/4” from loop to bottom of center pendant
Credit LineGift of Carolynne Whitefeather
Object numberNA2011.60.WHI
DescriptionPair of “fetish” earrings for pierced ears in silver or silver alloy. Basic form is a diamond with a turtle pendant in the center, and additional pendants including two canines (dogs?) at the upper edges, a man, tepee, two feathers and a bird with outstretched wings. Each pendant is stamped or engraved on front and back.
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
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