Vintage Navajo Native Beetle Bug Turquoise Silver Pin Brooch Twisted Wire

Description

View Vintage Navajo Native Beetle Bug Turquoise Silver Pin Brooch Twisted Wire with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The head is set with a single round turquoise cabochon in a natural robin's-egg blue. Not marked sterling but has been tested to be at least coin (90%) silver. Weight: 8.11 grams. Vintage Navajo Native Beetle Bug Turquoise Silver Pin Brooch Twisted Wire. A charming figural beetle pin with a domed silver body and hand-twisted rope-wire legs and antennae. The head is set with a single round turquoise cabochon in a natural robin's-egg blue. The wing covers are worked to split open, revealing a banded inner body — a fun bit of movement and detail rarely seen on these little bugs. Rich age patina throughout gives it real vintage character. Not marked sterling but has been tested to be at least coin (90%) silver. Weight: 8.11 grams. Secures with a working pin-and-C-clasp on the reverse. All items, unless stated otherwise, are previously loved and used, showing scratches and slight imperfections (not brand new). Please refer to pictures for condition as they depict what you'll receive. If you have any questions, ask before purchasing. Note: - Size and weight are approximate. - "Vintage" is based on look and feel; items may be older (pre-1930s) or newer (post-1980s/1990s). - We're not experts on stones. Refer to pictures for type and quality. - "Southwestern" items reflect that style, possibly from Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, etc. - "Sterling" items are tested to be at least coin (90%) silver. No returns on international sales unless completely misrepresented. ### Condition / disclosure - Heavy age tarnish/patina on the silver body — consistent with vintage wear; can be polished if desired. - Wing covers open/split as a design feature; there is some darkening and residue in the recessed inner body. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Native American: US › 1935-Now › Jewelry. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Color

Silver

Country of Origin

United States