Product Description
Silver Vernon Begaye Navajo Pendant on leather is enhanced by an inlaid silver bead. Vernon has hand-fabricated and stamped this pendant. The details of this piece make it not only interesting but wearable as well. Remarkable in its detail and design, the pendant incorporates a raised inlay design and is enhanced by a lovely pearl. Hand fabricated and filed silver separate the inlay. The pendant is finished with a hand stamped bale. The bead is inlaid with beautiful materials. We love the hand stamping on the ends and the silver matching clasps. One of hooks can be unhooked so the pendant can be removed to be worn with the bead at the bottom if desired. Another wonderful piece of wearable art by Vern Begaye.
Vernon is an innovative artist who creates finely made jewelry. Growing up on the Navajo Reservation with parents who were both traditional Navajo silversmiths (Jimmie and Ella May Begaye) and a mom who is also a traditional Navajo rug weaver, Vernon Begaye learned early on to explore and honor his artistic talents. While he began with the traditional designs learned from his parents it wasn’t long before his own artistic sensibilities began to distinguish his work and win him innumerable awards. Cuff bracelets, buckles, bolos, necklaces, pendants and more by Vernon Begaye bear the mark of a dedicated jeweler, one dedicated to his Native American traditions, who works on his art each day.