HELP IDENTIFYING ITEM & HALLMARK

[Steve7082]

Hey Everyone,

I found this piece and I have NO IDEA what it is or who the artist is. It is 4" long and has pins that stick out on each end. I believe it's Navajo, but I don't recognize the artist..."AB". Any help would be greatly appreciated!



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Thanks!

[shareurpassion.2aT]

That could be Bahe Louise, Navajo Tribe. I know it (the initials) appears a bit different but it's possible she changed them at some point. Here's a link.

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[shareurpassion.2aT]

And also, it looks like a barrette and the clasp is broken.

[JLDoggett]

It appears to be a cheek-plate for a bridle. The broken wires would have gone through the leather and been curled to secure them. I have made and repaired many like this over the years.

[clandestinex]

I believe the hallmark for this corresponds to Alex Begay.

[tatsnbikes]

I'm going with Barrett and Anna Begay.