MATERIALS:
Sterling Silver and real Tiger Eye.
MEASUREMENTS:
Pendant measures approximately 2-1/4" long (including bail) and 1-1/8" at widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
This gorgeous pendant is absolutely distinctive in each and every way! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand crafted by artist Tommy (Thomas) and Rose Singer, out of genuine sterling silver and a real Tiger Eye stone. The stone is carefully placed in hand cut bezel, while hand crafted imprinted designs surround the stone for a marvelous finish. Pendant is stamped sterling and hallmarked by the artist.
Tiger Eye stone contains a golden yellow reflection on a brown ground color. The most important source of tiger eye is South Africa, but it is also found in Australia, India, and California. It is believed to give courage, clear thinking, and protects from negativity.
World famous artist Tommy (Thomas) Singer is one of the best Native American Indian silversmiths around. His name and his work are easily recognized and associated with Navajo Jewelry. Tommy Singer has been mentioned in many books, magazines, and news articles throughout his life. He was born in 1938 in Winslow, Arizona. Tommy belongs to the Tall House Clan of the Navajo Tribe. Tommy was taught by his father and started working with jewelry in the early 1960's.
