Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background
Pair of rectangular earrings with textured design on a white background

Tufa Cast Corn Cob Sterling Silver Navajo Earrings

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These tufa cast corn cob earrings by Navajo artist Shanibah Begay highlight the beauty of traditional sand-casting techniques paired with symbolic design. Handcrafted in sterling silver and finished with elegant fishhook backs for ease of wear, the design depicts corn cobs beneath clouds, a motif representing the nourishment of corn by rain—an essential symbol of life, sustenance, and blessing in Navajo culture. 

Shanibah, from Gallup, New Mexico, is renowned for her tufa cast jewelry, often collaborating with her husband, silversmith Philander Begay. The tufa casting process is an ancient Navajo technique: artisans carve detailed designs into porous tufa stone molds, then pour molten silver into the mold to create unique impressions. Each cast yields slightly different textures, ensuring no two pieces are ever exactly alike. 

  • Artist: Shanibah Begay from Gallup, New Mexico 
  • Fishhook earrings 
  • Size: 2 5/8" from top of hook to bottom, 1/2" at widest point  
  • Materials: Sterling silver, rhodochrosite, onyx 
  • Handcrafted, Native American jewelry 
  • Made in the USA 
  • Not eligible for any discounts or promotional offers 

To preserve the beauty and finish of your sterling silver jewelry, avoid exposure to water, lotions, perfumes, and harsh chemicals. Store in a cool, dry place when not in use. Gently polish with a soft jewelry cloth to remove tarnish and restore shine, and wear it often—regular wear helps prevent tarnish from forming.

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