Tribal Thunderbird jewelry epaulet with 14k gold. Hallmarked.A Native American Sioux tribal dancer epaulet shoulder plate in Hallmarked silver with a central image of a Thunderbird, a supernatural creature in Native American culture, considered a being of power and strength, in 14k gold, with three pointed Native stars to top and sides, signifying the four cardinal points of north, south, east and west, in gilt, and two ceremonial silver protuberances with incised decoration. Soft hide tassels with additional beads and naturalistic highlights. Designed by Native Sioux silversmith Roger Herron (d. 2019). Stamped to back LAKOTA VISIONS JEWELRY. Total approximate weight 120 grams. Artist: Roger Herron Issued: c. 1990 Dimensions: 7"L x 3.5"W Manufacturer: Lakota Visions Country of Origin: United States Provenance: Collection of Mona Brown