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Sterling Silver Information(Page)
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The Timeless Appeal of Belt Buckles: A Symbol of Style and Tradition(Post)The Timeless Appeal of Belt Buckles: A Symbol of Style and TraditionBelt buckles are not just functional accessories; they are a bold statement of personality, style, and heritage. Whether worn with
Nickel Silver Information(Page)In the 19th century, particularly after 1868, Plains Indian jewelers were able to easily acquire sheets of German silver. They used them to cut, stamp, and cold hammer a wide range of accessories and...
Silver Jewelry Care(Page)How to Care for Your Silver Jewelry Picking your Favorite Silver Jewelry Scratches and Tarnish Oxidization Simple Tips to Go by
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,
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 combina
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. T
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,
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...
Silversmithing and Silver(Post)In addition to tools required for silversmithing, the silver itself is necessary. The old-time Native American silversmith liked coin silver, often made from pesos. The old pesos that the Native India
Celebrities Wearing Turquoise Jewelry(Page) Celebrities Love Turquoise(Post)Our Native American Artists and Silver smiths have hand-crafted pieces of turquoise jewelry for several television shows, movies and Hollywood celebrities. They have chosen our turquoise watches, turq
Silversmithing(Page)Related and overlapping trades Shop Safety Tool List Soldering Solder Melting Points Metal Melting Points 5Annealing Hammer-Work (Forging) Hamme
History of Navajo Silversmithing(Post)Navajo silversmiths are highly regarded for their intricate and artistic works crafted from silver and turquoise. It is believed that they learned the craft from Mexican ironworkers in the 1850s, with
The History of Old Pawn Jewelry and Why Collectors Love It(Post)For collectors of Native American jewelry, few pieces carry the history, craftsmanship, and character of **Old Pawn Jewelry**. Every bracelet, ring, squash blossom necklace, bolo tie, or concho belt t
The Art of Navajo Stringing | Handmade Navajo Pearl & Turquoise Jewelry(Post)The Art of Navajo Stringing: A Timeless Tradition of Native American Craftsmanship For generations, Navajo stringing has been one of the most respected techniques in Native American jewelry making. Wh
“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.
Zuni Inlays(Post)Jewelry made by the Zuni Native American Indians covers a wide range of Southwestern styles and designs. However, while it varies greatly, its basic inlaid styling makes it uniquely different th
What is a hallmark?(Page)What is a hallmark? Why use a hallmark? What is a hallmark?
Regana Begay(Page) Understanding Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi Jewelry Styles(Post)Native American jewelry encompasses a remarkable range of artistic traditions, techniques, and designs. Among the most recognized styles are Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi jewelry, each with its own distincti
Royston Turquoise(Page)Royston Turquoise Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet by Native American artist Leo Dawes The Royston mine is located near Tonop
Native American Glossary(Page)A Acoma Ajax Turquoise Alloy Amber Amethyst Anasazi Antique Finish
What size Bracelet should I order?(Post)One of the things we discuss most frequently with our customers is, “what size bracelet should I order?” For anyone unfamiliar with wearing a cuff bracelet, this is a very good question indeed! Here
Squash Blossom Necklace(Post)The Soul of the Southwest: The Story & Spirit of the Squash Blossom Necklace In the red-gold glow of desert sunrise, where turquoise skies meet sandstone horizons, one of the most iconic pieces of Nat
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;
Kingman Turquoise vs Sleeping Beauty: Surprising Facts About Light Blue Turquoise(Post)Kingman Turquoise vs Sleeping Beauty: Surprising Facts About Light Blue Turquoise When most people picture light blue turquoise, their mind instantly goes to Sleeping Beauty turquoise;the legendary Ar
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Information(Page)Eye Dazzling Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Sleeping beauty turquoise is a gorgeous blue gemstone that comes from a mine located near Globe, Arizona and is noted for its solid, light blue color...
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise(Post)Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Blog
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Decorating Your Home with Southwestern Art | Native American Home Décor Ideas(Post)Decorating Your Home with Southwestern Art: Timeless Style Inspired by the American Southwest Southwestern décor brings warmth, history, and authentic craftsmanship into every room of your home. Inspi
All About Turquoise(Page)All About Turquoise Introduction Some turquoise mines overlap in their “look”, we shouldn't be overconfident in our ability to identify with certainty the origin of an unknown stone. Experts can and...
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...
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 th
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...
Native-Made Cuff Bracelets: A Guide to Craftsmanship, Style & Proper Wear(Post)Native-made cuff bracelets are one of my favorite forms of Native American jewelry because there is so much to discover in a single piece. From a substantial Navajo turquoise cuff to an intricate Zuni
"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 we
New Mexico Turquoise Mines(Page)Hachita Turquoise Mine High Lonesome Mine The Johnny Bull Mine Santa Rita Turquoise Mine
History of Native American Jewelry(Page) Origin History Semi-Precious Stones Turquoise
Fred Bowannie(Page)Fred and Lula Bowannie were Zuni master silver smiths that started making jewelry since the 1940's. Fred was also a member of the Zuni Council for many years. This Zuni couple are capable of...
