Up for sale is a fantastic vintage, old pawn handcrafted Michael Kanotie Lomawywesa Hopi sterling silver ring!
Michael Kabotie was the son of famed Hopi artist, Fred Kabotie. Michael passed away at the early age of 67 years at the height of his fame. He had attended Haskell Indian School in Lawrence, Kansas in 1961. In the 1970s and 1980s, he was the spokesman for the Artist Hopid, a group of Hopi artists who worked together.
Michael learned the techniques of silversmithing by hanging around the Hopi Guild workshop founded by his dad. He is known as a painter and jeweler and excelled at both.
Old Pawn Native American Jewelry refers to the pieces that were made, worn and treasured as not only adornment, protection of good health, but also as portable wealth. Not having ready access to banks, or cash money, this jewelry would often serve as the family \"reserve\" or \"emergency\" fund. In times of need, this silver and turquoise jewelry could be easily used as security with an authorized trader (pawned) for cash to meet the current crisis. Then, when the crops came in, or the sheep were shorn, the jewelry could be redeemed and take its place back in the family.
Unfortunately on occasions this jewelry would not be redeemed as planned. The lender would keep it for the agreed amount of time, and if the loan was not paid off by the agreed date, the Pawn Shop, or Trader would be authorized to sell the jewelry. Often, when the elders of the family die, their items are pawned and the money is divided among the family members.
The ring measures a size 8.75 on a ring sizer, is2-5/16\" by 7/8\", and weighs 25.1g. Ring is in fantastic condition, with great visible detail. The back and inside of the band are signed \"Lomawywesa (copyright) 88\".
Please take the time to view all 11 photos of this wonderful ring before placing your offer.
The piecehas been tested and examined for purity and is sterling silver. Furthermore, there are no marks or cosmetic damage because of this.
The item in the picture is the one you will receive! Thanks for looking and good luck offerding!
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