These bold, oxidized, sterling silver Thunderbird earrings were made by Navajo jeweler, Gabrielle Yazzie.  There is a repousse star in the center of the chest, and stamp work on the wings and tail.  They dangle from sterling silver wires.  Turquoise stones are set in the domed posts.  They are signed on the back.  More about Thunderbirds below.  

Size: 2.675" H (includes posts) x 1.25" W

Thunderbirds are intelligent forces of nature with the power of thunder.  They are associated with lightening and rain.