Handmade Hopi Chains

 We consider ourselves  fortunate to be able to offer a variety of handmade Hopi chains.  These chains are not easily found and typically command high prices when they are available.  The cost is reflective of their scarcity and the amount of work that goes into their making.  Each link is formed of sterling silver and soldered by hand, a tedious process, but one which yields a distinctive and rich look which cannot be obtained in commercial chains. (See example below)  These sterling silver chains are a complement to any pendant, ones you already own as well as any you may purchase here.

It should also be noted that due to the richness imparted by the hand crafting, these chains also look wonderful when worn individually - just as a chain.

Loren Kootswatewa makes the high quality, well proportioned 24 inch long chains, we have carried for years.  As stated above, his chains are a complement to any hand crafted pendant and provide a simple but rich sophistication when worn by themselves.
Shown here are the five sizes of chains Loren offers. 
Small links measure 3/16 of an inch long                   $60.00
Medium links measure 1/4 of an inch long                 $60.00
Large links measure 3/8 of an inch long                     $60.00
Extra Large links measure 1/2 of an inch long           $70.00
Jumbo links measure 5/8 of an inch long                    $90.00

To the right is a close up of Amelia's chains for a better look at the quality and craftsmanship of each hand formed link.

Amelia Yowytewa has made excellent sterling silver Hopi chains for us in the past.  Unfortunately, she has taken a hiatus from this to work in the public sector.  We have only one large link chain remaining.  We sincerely hope to have more of her lovely work in the future.
Large links measure 1/2 of an inch in length, 24 inches       $54.00   

Smaller pendants can benefit from a handmade chain.  Notice what significance this small Parrot pendant takes on when teamed with a small link silver chain (shown on the right} as compared to the photo with a commercial chain on the left .

Larger pendants are displayed to their best on a handmade chain.  Shown above is an example of a reversible pendant by Eddison Wadsworth Soofhaya suspended from one of Amelia's large link chains.

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