help with a piece of jewelry

[jerseyben]

Pippin, this ones for you (or anyone else):

I have had this necklace/pendant for a bit and I am considering listing it. I am not exactly sure how to list it because it is not marked. The chain is marked sterling on the clasp only. The pendant appears similar in style to others I have seen referred to as "Navajo Shadowbox". Thoughts?

 

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[diggummup]

It could be referred to as a shadowbox piece. You see the black background behind the turquoise setting? That is the "shadowbox".

 

[flinthunter]

I agree that it is a shadowbox pendant. If you are not comfortable using the word Navajo because it's unmarked then the word Southwest should suffice.

 

[diggummup]

I agree that it is a shadowbox pendant. If you are not comfortable using the word Navajo because it's unmarked then the word Southwest should suffice.

This brings up a good point. You have to be careful when listing Native American items using specific tribe names without authentication. You can't call it a Navajo piece unless it is signed by a Navajo craftsman. Here are the specifics with all Native American items- Artifacts, grave-related items, and Native American arts and crafts policy

I don't usually post Ebay guides but i'll make an exception here. This will explain in further detail some things you may want to know about, now or in the future- Native American Selling | eBay