A handmade Native American peyote stitch barrette, likely Navajo, with an oval turquoise cabochon framed by vivid geometric beadwork. Concentric bands of red, orange, yellow, and deep blue surround the center, with smaller patterned medallions extending to either side. Turquoise-blue beads define the scalloped outline, finished with a black beaded edge.
Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition. Carefully hand stitched and beaded, with a good-quality French clip.
The reverse is backed with soft deerskin, neatly finished around the shaped edges.
Details
Origin: Native American, likely Navajo
Technique: Peyote stitch beadwork
Materials: Glass seed beads, turquoise cabochon, deerskin, and metal clip
Length: 4 inches (102mm)
Width at center: 1 5/8 inches (41mm)
Cabochon: Approximately 13 x 10mm
Total weight: 17.4 grams