SADDLE UP COWBOY
The saddle is the symbol of the cowboy that many artisans have crafted into wonderful pieces. This sterling silver pin is crafted by Vidal Aragon in a saddle with intricate stamped details. A pin like this has a lot of versatility giving it many different wearable options. If you love cowboy inspired pieces this pin is for you.
Vidal Aragon (1923-2015; Kewa). Active since about 1940. Silver, gold. Studied silversmithing at the Santa Fe Indian School in the 1930s. A versatile and talented silversmith at Kewa Pueblo using a variety of techniques, including overlay, cast and wrought with stampin. He worked for Turquoise Trading Post in Los Alamos in 1951.
Marks: V A (conjoined, plus footprint)
- artist: Vidal Aragon (d)
- affiliation: Kewa
- hallmarks: VA (conjoined) STERLING
- materials: sterling silver
- measurements: 1 7/8" x 2"
- weight: 8 grams
- closure: locking c-clasp
- nice vintage condition
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- light wear from use
- style: JP1076