Navajo Turquoise Jewelry
Jewelry southwest indian foundation promotes the time honored tradition of native american handcrafted jewelry.
Navajo turquoise jewelry. Black white blue and green were the colors within the turquoise stone which represent the colors of the natural world. Gold silver and authentic gemstones such as turquoise coral and opal are used by navajo hopi and zuni silversmiths. As the navajo people loved turquoise it was a natural fit to put it in. The navajo tribe is the largest native american tribe in the entire united states southwest region.
Navajo artists do also incorporate inlay or cluster style stones although they tend to use. At silvertribe we strive to offer the absolute best selection of turquoise jewelry in the most sought after styles and variations. In the past a majority of the native american turquoise jewelry was made for personal use and ceremonial wear. Full squash blossom natural stone necklace navajo necklace squash blossom necklace native american turquoise western jewelry cowgirl southwestbohobtq.
The rest of the jewelry is made for navajo tribe members to wear for ceremonial purposes. We carry the highest quality turquoise jewelry available on the web. Navajo turquoise jewelry began shortly after atsidi sani learned how to make navajo silver jewelry from the spaniards this was about 1880 85. The cultural development of the navajo people relied heavily on the creation and refinement of their jewelry and art.
Our selection of native american jewelry leads the industry in both options and value. The navajo turquoise jewelry was only used for ceremonies and religious rituals before tourists took interest into the navajo art. Save up to 50 off and get free shipping on our stunning selection of native american turquoise jewelry. Our relationships with the artists have taken us all throughout new mexico and arizona.
4 5 out of 5 stars 130 130 reviews 85 00 free shipping only 1 available and it s in 1 person s cart. Navajo jewelry and art has a long history as the tribe was formed from a variety of nomadic peoples of different backgrounds. Find your individual style with our unique selection of navajo zuni and hopi turquoise jewelry rings earrings necklaces and pendants. Therefore every piece comes direct form the reservation.
Defining styles of navajo jewelry navajo jewelry is known for large turquoise stones and big heavy silver. The navajo s had been trading with the santo domingo indians for turquoise beads and other turquoise beaded jewelry for many years. We are a 3rd generation family business. Our native american jewelry is authentic and genuine.