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Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.
Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.

Navajo Mother in Law TURQUOISE & SILVER Bell Pendant Hand Stamped Early 20th C.

$ 210.67

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Handmade: Yes
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Culture: Native American: US
  • Condition: Used

    Description

    WHAT YOU ARE BUYING
    Navajo MOTHER IN LAW TURQUOISE & SILVER Hand Stamped BELL / Pendant
    DESCRIPTION
    We are proud to offer this rare and hard to find blue turquoise & silver "mother-in-law" bell    It is in the shape of a woman... presumably the mother in law.  The blue turquoise stone has natural mineral lines in it.  There are hand stamped detail on the bottom of the skirt.  Her arms are on her hips which gives a place to tie a leather rope.  It normally worn hanging from either a belt or bag.  This is not a typical tourist item, but most likely made for use within the tribe itself.
    In the Navajo culture it was taboo for a married man to see his wife's mother and vice versa.  The bell was supposed to give a warning.  This particular bell has a very pleasing high tone.
    The time period for this is early 20th Century (1890's to 1930's).  The few we've found were identified as 1915 or 1920.  There are no marks on it although tested to be silver ... most likely coin silver.
    It is a perfect estate piece to start or add to your collection!  If you gift it to your mother in law ... we won't tell her the reason behind it!
    If you have any questions please ask!  I am including many pictures in different lighting so that you may judge for yourself.
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    DIMENSIONS
    It is about 2 5/8 inch tall.  The diameter of the skirt is about 1 3/8 inch.
    CONDITION
    Good condition.  The wear is normal and appropriate to an item of this age.
    Since these items were previously used and loved, there will be small scratches and signs of wear.   We feel these characteristics are part of the history of these wonderful things and should not detract from the use of them today.  Please understand this when you make your decision to buy previously loved items.
    See the photos for further details and feel free to email me with any questions prior to bidding. There are reflections in the photographs.  The photos are considered part of the description so please click on each to enlarge for a better look.  Sold as is. We have not altered, cleaned, or polished this estate item in any way.  Don't miss out on this really wonderful item!!
    PAYMENT
    The sooner you pay, the sooner you get your item.
    We insists on receiving payment within 3 days of your purchase.  Otherwise, we reserve the right to re-list the item for sale
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    SHIPPING & HANDLING
    Domestic shipping costs are stated in every listing. Delivery Confirmation is added to all items that are shipped in the United States through the Post Office. We always try ship within 48 hours of receiving payment, (unless payment falls on a weekend or holiday.) Please remember once the item ships, I have no control over shipping time. That is in the hands of the carrier.  If damaged in shipping please keep packaging for the insurance claim.  We used recycled packaging for environmental friendliness.
    TERMS OF SALE
    We try to describe all our items very accurately. Returns will ONLY be accepted if an item has been grossly misdescribed. You must contact us within 24 hours of receiving item to get our approval for return. Refund will be for COST OF ITEM ONLY and not shipping cost. Item must be returned in the same condition it was when it left me, before your money will be refunded. Buyer is responsible for shipping and insurance for returned item.