Silver charm?

[baylorhall]

Does anyone recognize the mark on the back of this charm? I don't see 925 anywhere, but am hoping it is silver. Has some weight to it.
Thanks!

 

[creskol]

Can't help with the specifics, but it is rather CHARMing! Nice find!

 

[Argentium]

That is most certainly Native American origin , the style of the work is called "Hopi Overlay " which partially describes the method by
which it was made - the top sheet (of two ) of silver is cut out with a jeweler's saw , then overlaid on the bottom sheet and soldered
together - the recessed design areas are then textured with a small hammer and chisel , after which the dark oxidation is applied .
Argentium. (ps. to see more of this , google -hopi overlay silver )

 

[Argentium]

I'm sorry , I got going about the style and making of the piece , and forgot to mention - it is sterling silver - the hallmark could be
researched in a book of Hopi silversmiths and their hallmarks--( on line ) Argentium.

 

[baylorhall]

Thanks so much! I knew someone would know!!

 

[Mackaydon]

Bueford Dawahoya (Hopi artist) Here's the mark:
ホピ・コレクション｜ Bracelet015 Bueford Dawahoya(Hopi)
Don.......
Edit: Sorry, I don't read Japanese.

 

[baylorhall]

I appreciate the help. I found another link that also identifies the maker, but is in English. Hopi Silver: The History and Hallmarks of Hopi Silversmithing - Margaret Nickelson Wright - Google Books

 

[baspinall]

Looks like an earing to me

 

[jewelerguy]

that's nice

 

[Mzjavert]

I didn't know that Hopi silver had hallmarks. Thanks to those who provided the information.

Sweet find.

 

[TENNESSEEGAL]

Very nice. I love it!