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Coral in the Desert(Post)
Why is Coral traditionally used extensively in Jewelry made by the Navajo, Zuni, and Pueblo peoples when these tribes are landlocked? The simple explanation is extensive trade routes were developed, ...
Native American Concho Belts(Post)Native American Concho Belts: History, Symbolism, and Tradition Native American concho belts are among the most powerful and recognizable forms of Native American jewelry. Rich in history, symbolism, ...
Concho Belts(Post)From their early beginnings with Eastern tribes and European influences to the wide appeal they hold today, concho belts have a timeless charm that's both culturally significant and fashion-forward.
Did You Know? (Post)Did you know that we come from a long tradition of jewelry making? Richard Candy ran jewelry production companies in Gallup, NM back in the golden age of Native sterling silver and turquoise jewelry; ...
The Time-Honored Tradition of Cast Sterling Silver Jewelry(Post)“Sandcast” is a term that is heard in the Native American Jewelry space. What does it mean? Primarily it refers to a method of making silver into shapes that can then be used for jewelry. Navajos ...
"Squash Blossom" a Brief History(Post)The unique squash blossom necklace originated by the Navajo from three foreign elements. The silver beads were evidently evolved from two button halves soldered together to make a bead. The buttons w ...
Marie and her Sheep (Post)In the heart of the Navajo Nation, where I grew up, there is a water tank out in the desert with these words painted big and bold on the side of it: Dibè èì ìina, which means, when translated: Sheep ...
From the Auction (Post)As I sit here writing this, my boss, the owner of Alltribes, Mr. Richard Candy, is participating in a live auction on his computer in the office I share with him. I personally can't understand what t ...
Language, Thought Patterns, Worldview, and Culture(Post)The language that we hear our mother speak shapes our thought patterns. That's why, even if we don't currently use a language in day-to-day life, the original language we hear is called our mother to ...
A Brief History of the Sleeping Beauty Mine(Post)From Discovery to LegendThe Sleeping Beauty Mine became a world-famous source of turquoise in the late 20th century. Its pure, sky-blue stones captivated jewelry makers and collectors alike. In 2012, ...
Flea Markets - a Thriving Tadition(Post)Whether you call it a flea market or a swap meet, you can generally find exactly what you need! A longstanding tradition on Navajo Land, each major town has it's own day of the week for it's big Buyi ...
How to Care for your Sterling Silver Jewelry(Post)Pure Silver is an element, and will not tarnish. However, pure silver is too soft for use in jewelry, thus, is alloyed with other elements and metals, such as copper, nickel, and zinc. This combin ...
Discover the Desert Where Dreams Are Blue(Post)Discover the Desert Where Dreams Are BlueThe iconic Sleeping Beauty Turquoise comes from Globe, Arizona, a region renowned for its rugged desert mountains and rich mineral deposits. Named after the n ...
“High Shine” or “Original Patina”?(Post)If you are fortunate enough to come across one of the old pawn or vintage jewelry items we have for sale on our website, first of all, congratulations! You are about to own a piece of history.
Yazzie Johnson(Page)Yazzie Johnson was born October 25, 1946 in Winslow, Arizona. His father, Matthew Johnson, was from Sanostee, New Mexico and his mother, Marilyn, was from Leupp, Arizona, both from the Navajo Nation.
Ganado Rugs(Page)Essentially Navajo rugs have been around for a long time but the Ganado style Navajo rug did not really get it's name until the great times of the Hubbell trading post in the late 1800's. Most Nava ...
Frankie C. Nez(Page)Frankie C. Nez is a versatile and talented Navajo Indian artist. He skillfully works in a wide variety of media such as ink, color pencil, water color, and bead work. He also carves kachina dolls a ...
Native American Rug History(Page)Navajo Rug Hand weaving Hand weaving, starting 1000 years ago as a Nomadic craft in the Middle East and has left us with little recorded information as to the origin of designs. Generally, trader ...
How to Care for your Native American Jewelry(Page)Caring for the high quality Jewelry that you love is a must if you want to maintain the luster and shine of the prized pieces in your collection. There are a number of tips and tricks that we w ...
History of Native American Jewelry(Page) Origin History Semi-Precious Stones Turquoise Coral Silversmithing Old Pawn Jewelry ...
Native American Tribes(Page) Acoma Pueblo, New Mexico. A Contents: Top A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Abenaki, Achumawi, Achomawi, Acjachemen, Acoma, Adai, Ahtna, Akimel O'odham, Aleut, Alutiiq, A ...
Horse Hair Pottery(Page)Dating back many years, horsehair pottery is a Native American art form. As its name implies, it is made using hair from the tail and mane of a horse. Handcrafted horsehair pottery is created by burn ...
Kachina Doll Information(Page)Kachina Dolls Kachina Dolls are gifts given in hope of future abundance and health, as well as tools for education. The Kachina dolls of today's art market are a bridge not only between the spirit ...
Bolo Ties(Page)The credit for the invention of the : Bolo Tie goes to Vic Cedarstaff, a well-known Arizona silversmith whose headquarters are in Wickenburg Arizona. He does not lay claim to the slide on B ...
Two Grey Hills Rug(Page)In the Two Grey Hills region, including Toaslena and Tocito, sandstone and lava are sculpted into canyons, and mountains rise to bear alpine conifers. The Two Grey Hills of this day is a technical ...
What is a hallmark?(Page)What is a hallmark? Why use a hallmark? What is a hallmark? A hallmark is a signature, symbol, or initials that is written, stamped or carved into the back of a work ...
Artists(Page) Silversmiths Rug Weavers Bead-work Artists Pottery Artists Artifact Designers Painters & Sketch Artists Wood Carvers Photographers Lapidary Basket Weavers ...
History of American Indian Pottery(Page)Jemez Hopi Pottery Between 25,000 B.C. and 8,000 B.C., some scholars believe the Indians entered the Continental United States from Asia, traveling across the Bering Straight through Canada, when a ...
Native American Glossary(Page)A Acoma Ajax Turquoise Alloy Amber Amethyst Anasazi Antique Finish Apple Coral Avanu Aventurine Azurite B Bail Bamboo Coral Bangle Beadwork Bear Bear Paw Bezel Bead bl ...
Klagetoh Rugs(Page)Weavers around the nearby trading post at Klagetoh, Arizona (also owned by Hubbell) often worked in the same colors and patterns, but reversed the color scheme and used a grey ground with red, whit ...
Videos(Page)Articles of "Videos"Article Date A Hidden America: Children of the Plains A Hidden America: Children of... 6/21/2012The Navajo Nation Welcomes You! A welcoming video from the Nav.
Native American Periodicals, Publications & Websites(Page)Alabama Misty Mountain News Alaska Alaska Star The Nome Nugget Ketchikan Indian Community Native News Chickaloon News Arizona Navajo Times Navajo/Hopi Observer Kayenta Today Gah'nahvah / Y ...
Kachina Dolls(Page)Navajo Kachina Dolls There are more than 250 differ... &nbs ...
Shalako Kachina Dolls(Page)Shalako Kachina Dolls 11/18/2011 By Shalako Kachina Dolls are the most impressive pieces of Native American Indian art. Navajo Indian Kachina Dolls and Hopi Indian Kachina Dolls are highly colle ...
Types of Native American Kachina Dolls(Page)Antelope Badger Bean Bear Broadface Buffalo Warrior Butterfly Chief Corn Maiden Crow Mtakes youother Deer Eagle First Mesa Hemis Hoop Dancer Hototo Hummingbird Kokopelli Left Ha ...
Native American Weapons(Page)The Ceremonial or Warrior's Lance is carried in ceremonies to honor the bravery and success of their owner against the tribe's enemies. The lance is adorned with feathers representing the eagle to br ...
Semi-Precious Stones(Page)List of 52 Semi Precious Stone Specifications TypePictureColorFound In Olive Jade Olive Color China Dalmatian Jasper Black & white Spotted Mexico Fancy Agate Multi Co ...
Necklace Sizing Chart(Page)Necklace Sizing Chart - A guide to necklace lengths. Back to Native American Necklaces Back to Native American Pendants Back to Turquoise Necklaces Back to Native American Squash Blossom Neckla ...
Hopi Pottery(Page)The Hopi Indian Nation in Northeastern Arizona is located approximately in the center of the Navajo Nation. The Hopi people inhabit the tips of three high fingers that span out south from the Black M ...
Old Pawn / Antique Jewelry(Page)Antique Bisbee Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace Throughout Indian lands the trading posts serve as pawn shops. When Native Americans need money, they can pawn or sell the artwork and jewelry th ...
