{"product_id":"navajo-sterling-silver-bridle-with-reins","title":"Navajo Sterling Silver Bridle with Reins","description":"\u003cp\u003eca. 1960 - 1970\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical Bridal Sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Crafted from Sterling Silver, Leather, Horse Hair and 8 Turquoise Stones Is a Complete Set 1 Turquoise Per Concho - 2 - 1 Turquoise Naja, 5 Turquoise on Breast Plate Sterling Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Navajo sterling silver bridle with reins is a traditional piece of Native American horse tack crafted by Navajo (Diné) silversmiths. These elaborate headstalls (the main part of the bridle) blend functionality with intricate artistry, often featuring hand-stamped sterling silver overlays on leather straps, conchas (round or oval silver discs), and a prominent naja (crescent-shaped pendant) on the browband.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe naja traces its origins to Moorish designs via Spanish colonial influence, symbolizing protection against the evil eye. Many pieces include turquoise accents, repoussé work, and stamped patterns. Reins are typically leather (sometimes braided or extended), and the bit may be iron or silver-inlaid. These bridles range from late 19th-century antiques to mid-20th-century vintage works, often collected as museum-quality art rather than everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47317605613733,"sku":"220726-133","price":2800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/220726-133_1.jpg?v=1766186915","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/navajo-sterling-silver-bridle-with-reins","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}