1940S vintage heavy solid sterling silver squash blossom

Heavy gauge sterling silver squash blossom necklace with lovely sleeping beauty stones .

amazing condition and sand cast silver Naja ,the squash blossom necklace represents union and was traditional worn for ceremonial use .

it originally came from the horses wearing the symbol for protection in battle .

It protected the horse in battle and the rider .

This is Navajo and Native American made .collectors piece 

One of a kind 

hand made punch work beads, fine example of Navajo craftsmanship .