This four piece set from Navajo artist, Orville Manygoats, features a kachina with leaf headdress motif made of sterling silver and turquoise cabochons and includes a statement ring, a brooch that is also a pendant and a pair of earrings. The kachina ring and brooch have a skirt accented with sterling beadwork while the earrings have rope twist detailing on the kachina's skirt. She holds a basket or offering in her sweetly bent arms to convey the spiritual imagery of the role of the corn maiden. This incredible set from the American Southwest exemplifies the craftmanship and artistry of Orville Manygoats and is a must-have for any serious collector of Navajo sterling silver pieces.
Measurements: The ring is a US size 5.25; the head of the ring is 1 5/8 inches long by 1/2 inch wide and the band is 2.5mm.
The brooch/pendant is 1 5/8 inches long by 3/4 inch wide at its widest point.
The earrings are 1 1/2 inches long by 1/2 inch wide at their widest point.
Condition: Pre-owned vintage. The earrings are missing their wires and one earring is missing a stone (eye area). The back of the ring has some residue on it and the band of the ring is a little warped. All pieces have tarnish and scratches typical for their age.
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