Rare Early Vtg Zuni Silver Lightning Bolt Turquoise Knifewing Kachina Snake Pin

  

Rare, old, vintage, Zuni or Navajo handmade sterling or coin silver pin. A knifewing figure, the ultimate warrior, is nicely stamped, including a snake on the body, and has lightning bolts coming down from the wings.

The eyes and mouth of the knifewing are set with tiny turquoise cabochons and each of the lightning bolts are terminated with turquoise cabs in bezels. A great and desirable piece. Great condition with a slight bend in the pin. Please look at pictures carefully as they are an important part of the description.