Navajo Silver Ketoh Bow Guard with Turquoise & Coral View Watchlist >
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Lot # HK123
System ID # 24353717
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Navajo Silver Ketoh Bow Guard with Turquoise & Coral
This striking Navajo ketoh, or bow guard, carries both history and artistry on its broad leather cuff. Once worn by archers as protection from the snap of a bowstring, ketohs became ceremonial and decorative objects, treasured as powerful symbols of tradition and identity. The large sterling silver plaque is richly adorned with hand-worked details: a finely chased feather, curling scrollwork, and a twisted rope border that frames the design. At its center rests a polished turquoise cabochon with a vivid sky-blue hue and dark veining, paired with a natural branch of red coral, their bold contrast evoking the elemental balance of earth and water.
Collectors of Native American jewelry will appreciate its strong design and historical resonance, while wearers will find it a bold, wearable statement with roots reaching back more than a century.
Condition:
Very good vintage condition. The silver plaque shows natural patina and light wear consistent with age, while the stones remain intact and well set. Leather cuff and ties are sturdy with expected surface wear from use.
Dimensions:
- Plaque: approx. 3 x 2.5 inches
- Leather cuff width: approx. 3 inches
- Adjustable leather tie closure
- U.S. dollar bill shown in photo for scale
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