This Early-1900 Navajo Old Pawn natural branch coral and silver necklace is a stunning piece of Native American jewelry that showcases the beauty of natural coral and the skill of Navajo silversmithing. The necklace features a graduated design with natural unbleached branch coral hand-formed beads along with six early silver fluted handmade conical medium sized beds as well as two handmade Navajo silver pearl beads. At the ends of the necklace is a simple replacement sterling clasp. The silver is likely coin, and the necklace is strung on string. Navajo jewelry has a long and rich history, with the use of coral dating back to the 1800s. Branch coral was especially prized for its natural beauty, and it was often used in necklaces, earrings, and other jewelry pieces. The Navajo people believed that coral had healing properties and could protect them from harm. Old Pawn jewelry refers to vintage Native American jewelry that was often traded for goods or pawned for money. These pieces were often made with high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship, as they were meant to be worn as a status symbol or traded for a significant amount of money. Today, Old Pawn jewelry is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of Native American history and art. Overall, this Early-1900 Navajo Old Pawn natural branch coral and silver necklace is a beautiful and valuable piece of Native American jewelry that showcases the skill and craftsmanship of Navajo silversmithing and the natural beauty of branch coral. It would make a stunning addition to any jewelry collection or as a wearable piece of art. This piece measures 24.5 inches in length from the end of clasp to end of clasp and is in good condition.*