Knife Wing Silver Necklace [SG-492]

A lovely artistic creation by silversmith Francis L Begay, Navajo. Flowing of a deeply patined bench made silver beads, in three graduated sizes. It is strung on a silver foxtail. Instead of squash blossoms, there are six thick silver circles filled with knife wings that are deeply hand-stamped. 

A stand cast naja hangs between two pairs of the largest beads with hand stamping.

Knife Wing diameter - 2"

Naja size - 2 7/8" X 2 3/8"

 Weight - 231.33 grams