Silver Brooch
Maker
Unknown, Native American (USA)
Date19th C
MediumSilver
DimensionsDiam: 7/8”
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Hamilton Allen
Object numberNA1962.005.ALL
DescriptionSilver brooch with fastener across the front. Circular shape with bead edging and central “council square” design of quadrilateral element with concave sides. Stamped with half-circles creating a scalloped pattern inside the bead edging. The design also forms a circled cross, an ancient Northeastern symbol of the sun and four directions.
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
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Unknown, Native American (USA)
