Post Coin Earrings by Jerilynn Yazzie

Artist: Jerilynn Yazzie

Cultural Affiliation: Diné (Navajo)

Description: Soldered hammered nickel coin on post.

Artist Statement: "I started working with coins to bring them back into fashion. It's a bold statement regarding Indigenous history." 

About the Artist: Jerilynn Yazzie learned to make jewelry from her mom, grandmothers, relatives, her community growing up and in school. She specializes in working with shells, turquoise, unique gemstones, juniper berry seeds, and vintage nickel coins.