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HOPI jewelry
Hopi jewelry is known for its use of symbolism and overlay design work. Unlike Navajo and Zuni jewelry, Hopi jewelry is usually absent of stonework.
NATIVE AMERICAN SYMBOLS LIST
overlay
Photo courtesy of Garland's Jewelry
Hopi o
verlay techniques involve the soldering two layers of sterling silver together: an oxidized bottom layer and a top layer cut with various Native American symbols.
This overlay technique gives the jewelry a multi-dimensional look.
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