Hopi (or possibly Navajo) butterfly pin
Hopi (or possibly Navajo) butterfly pin
$0.01
circa 1930-1940
sterling silver
3" long x 2 7/16" wide at the widest spot
$550.
(j2149)
This butterfly pin is elegant in its design and it has elegant stamping and chisel work. Scholars in this field recognize the maker's work and believe it to be by a Hopi silversmith. However, his name is unknown.
The pin has nice weight and is in excellent condition. Its simplicity and fine work make it a piece of jewelry to be appreciated as very wearable art.