Collectible 1970s NAVAJO STERLING SILVER Large SUNBURST Concho Pin Brooch

  

This large impressive concho Pin brooch has a convex surface with a diamond shape in the center as fans emanate to its scalloped edges mesures 3"inches x2"½ weight 23.7grams the rich tapestry of Southwestern Native American culture is a timeless adornment: the concho Symbolizing heritage, craftsmanship, and tradition conchos actually trace their origins back to the intricate hair ornaments of the Southern Plains Indians, known as hair plates. Initially simple and unadorned, these round plates were worn as hair decorations by men. Using red trade cloth, horse hair, or leather, the women would transform the hair plates into belts.

Some early belts were as long as six feet. Crafted from materials like German silver, copper, and brass, these early belts inspired the Navajo (Diné) and laid the groundwork for what would become a celebrated art form.