Native American Navajo Turquoise Frog Fred Harvey Era Sterling Silver Pin Brooch
This Fred Harvey Era frog brooch is a captivating relic of the American Gilded Age of travel, a period where the rugged spirit of the Southwest was first refined for the discerning international traveler. It is a masterful intersection of Navajo Diné artistry and the whimsical, high desert charm that defined the legendary Fred Harvey Trading Posts. Dating from the early to mid 20th century, this piece belongs to the most romanticized era of Southwestern jewelry. These items were meticulously hand wrought by Navajo artisans for the exclusive boutiques along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. While traditional Navajo jewelry often favored bold, geometric shields, the Harvey Era introduced playful, figural motifs like the frog. In Southwestern cosmology, the frog is a sacred herald of water, fertility, and transformation making this as much a talisman as it is an accessory. Unlike contemporary mass produced items, this solid 925 sterling silver brooch with American turquoise from the old now closed mines possesses a soulful weight. You can feel the intention of the silversmith in the hand stamped textures and the deliberate, graceful curve of the silver form. The brooch is approx. 39.5mm x 29.5mm
9.6 grams total weight
In good pre-owned condition
B47 - 125




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