Width: 3 inches
Silver Piece: 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches
One size fits most.
This is not your typical Dine ketoh; it’s a harmonious blend of tradition and contemporary design in one piece! The intricate overlay work showcased in this piece is truly remarkable. Tim meticulously etchs and scores the base layer of the ketoh before adding stunning hand-cut geometric designs. At the center of the ketoh lies a perfectly cut specimen of Pilot Mountain Turquoise.
What is a ketoh? Even enthusiasts of antique Native American jewelry might not be familiar with them. A ketoh, the Navajo word for bow guard, is a protective wrap for the forearm, designed to shield an archer from the recoil of a bowstring after an arrow is released. Traditionally, Navajo ketohs were made of leather and adorned with silver embellishments. Initially functional, ketohs eventually became items worn purely for personal adornment. Old pawn ketohs may be crafted from sand-cast (or tufa cast) silver or hand-stamped by pounding the silver into dies. Many versions feature inset turquoise.
