sz11 big vintage Navajo sterling silver size 11 men's turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7.5 vintage Navajo sterling silver green turquoise feather applied ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Stone secure with old fissure/fracture. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz10 vintage Navajo sterling silver large 2 stone ring with nice turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Navajo sterling silver coral and nice turquoise 4 stone ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12 vintage Navajo sterling silver onyx feather sides size 12 men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Navajo sterling silver flush inlay turquoise row ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz4 vintage AR Navajo sterling silver ring with rectangle turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Difficult to size due to bumps on the inside but will likely fit a 4 to 5. Old fracture in stone, stable. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Johnson Navajo sterling silver purple Charoite ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8 vintage Navajo sterling silver Mediterranean coral feather ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Navajo sterling silver high grade turquoise cluster ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz4.5 large c1930-40's vintage Navajo sterling silver petrified wood agate ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Zuni sterling silver high grade intarsia inlay long ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7.5 vintage Navajo sterling silver long ring with nice turquoise rope bezel. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Navajo sterling silver rope bezel ring with nice turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8 vintage EL Navajo sterling silver stamped sides 2 stone turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz11 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral feather center ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12.5 vintage Navajo sterling silver bear paw shadowbox ring with turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz13 Vintage Navajo sterling silver Kingman turquoise size 13 men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz6 vintage DCB Navajo sterling silver rope bezel ring with nice turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz9 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral 3 stone stamped ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Illegible hallmark, center stone with old fracture secure in bezel. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz6.75 vintage Navajo sterling silver ring with nice turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz9 vintage KM Navajo sterling silver turquoise cluster dome ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz11 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral heavy men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7.25 vintage Navajo sterling silver fancy stamped ring with nice turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa mid 20th century. Small chip to tip of stone. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz9 vintage c1940's Navajo Fred Harvey style sterling silver moss agate ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7.5 large vintage Navajo sterling silver Royston turquoise large ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage high grade turquoise Navajo sterling silver beaded shank ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 c1930-40's Navajo Cerrillos turquoise stamped shank sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12 vintage Navajo sterling silver eagle ring with square turquoise . Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Stone secure with old hairline fractures. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz13 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise size 13 men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8 vintage Navajo sterling silver chrysocolla rope bezel ring TW. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz 9.75 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral feather sides ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz5.5 Artie Yellowhorse Navajo sterling silver lapis lazuli ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Solid 14k yellow gold accent beads in center on each side. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz10 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral stamped sides men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz6 vintage Yazzie Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral long feather ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz9 big vintage Navajo sterling silver #8 Turquoise 2 stone ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12.5 vintage Navajo sterling silver slim turquoise inlay size 12.5 men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa mid 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7.75 1930-40's Navajo vintage sterling silver turquoise beaded edge ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz11.5 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and shell inlay men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz7 vintage Navajo high grade turquoise sterling silver stamped corners ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Stone secure with old hairline fracture. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8 Utah Red Horn Coral vintage navajo fossilized agate sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century.Utah red horn coral is a rare, 300-million-year-old agatized rugose coral (Lophophyllidium). Found primarily in the Pennsylvanian-era Morgan Formation, it gets its deep red color from iron-rich minerals. While the historical epicenter is Riley’s Canyon near Kamas, poaching and internet exposure have closed or depleted most sites. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8 vintage Navajo spiderweb turquoise sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz4 vintage Navajo sterling silver feather ring with turquoise fancy bezels. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12 H Boyd Navajo sterling silver vintage ring with turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise feather sides ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8.25 vintage Navajo sterling silver stamped shadowbox green turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa mid 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12.5 beat up vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise and coral ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Stones secure with fractures, overall wear. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz10 Elliot Qualo Zuni inlay-Sam Begay Navajo sterling silver men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. The silver work was done by Sam Begay, fine intarsia inlay by Elliot Qualo.Sam Begay (1939-2002)Sam Begay was a celebrated Navajo artist and silversmith, he was active from the 1930’s until the 1980’s. He is known for his intricate sandcast work and complex turquoise settings and hallmarks. Many of Sam’s pieces were featured in the famous Sotheby’s auction in 1975. Elliot Qualo was the son of Myra Qualo, born sometime in the 1930s, but did not start producing jewelry until about 1960. His creations were always award winning pieces and highly coveted by collectors all over the world. He produced from 1960 until about the late 1970s, upon his passing. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz5 high grade Royston Turquoise vintage Navajo sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz11.5 vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise scrollwork and feathers ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Sorry, photographer did not take a weight pic and I cannot go back and do it, should be around 20 grams. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz9.5 Mary Dayea Navajo vintage sterling silver high grade turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling or ingot silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz8 large 30's-40's Navajo 3 stone turquoise deep stamped sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling or ingot silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz9 big vintage green/blue turquoise petit point sterling silver cluster ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" vintage Navajo high grade waterweb turquoise sterling silver belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. High grade natural American turquoise. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" vintage Navajo Lone Mountain turquoise cast sterling silver belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. High grade natural American turquoise that I believe to be from the Lone Mountain mine in Nevada. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" vintage Navajo deep stamped sterling silver concho belt buckle w/turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" vintage Navajo cast sterling silver oval wheel shaped belt buckle turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" vintage deep stamped Navajo sterling silver belt buckle with nice turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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2" Heavy vintage Navajo sterling silver eagle and snake turquoise belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 2" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" Big vintage Navajo sterling silver Morenci turquoise coral belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.75" Fred James Navajo sterling silver turquoise belt buckle with turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.75" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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2" Heavy Vintage Navajo sterling silver belt buckle with turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 2" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.1" c1950's Navajo sterling silver fluted repousse belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa mid 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1 1/8" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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large Erick Begay Navajo sterling silver turquoise picture jasper pendant. Selling the pendant shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos.Erick Begay is a master silversmith and goldsmith with more than 28 years experience. He is an award winning artist that has multiple awards, including the Santa Fe Indian Market. His Family has been involved in Native American Jewelry for generations. His mother, Frances Begay, taught him the art of silversmithing, while she sold it in Santa Fe. He started making jewelry when he was eleven. When he turned 16 he became a full-time jeweler. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.5" Vintage Navajo sterling silver rectangle belt buckle with turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.5" belt. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Will Denetdale Navajo high grade turquoise sterling silver necklace pendant. Selling the pendant shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos.Will Denetdale has grown to be one of today's most sought after silversmiths in the Navajo Community. His jewelry pieces typically feature intricate detail with fine silver work and exceptional stones. He loves to use uncommon stones and often incorporates contemporary designs with a traditional flair that reflects his personal style and expertise. He grew up in Fort Defiance, Arizona and attended high school in Gallup, New Mexico where he learned the silver smithing trade. He now lives in Arizona where he works from home constantly striving to elevate his already masterful artwork in silver and stone. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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32" vintage handmade beads Navajo pearl sterling silver beaded necklace. Selling the necklace shown, circa mid of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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27" Cody Hunter Navajo Pearl handmade bead sterling silver beaded necklace. Selling the necklace shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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30.5" Vintage Navajo pearl/tube beads hand made/stamped sterling silver necklace. Selling the necklace shown, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1930's vintage Navajo Fred Harvey style sterling silver turquoise pin/brooch. Selling the pin shown, circa second quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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34" vintage Navajo sterling silver blue gem turquoise inlay concho belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size, holes can be added up to 34". 8 conchos and 1 buckle Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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42" Vintage Navajo sterling silver butterfly concho belt with turquoise. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size, holes can be added up to 42". 8 Butterfly conchos, 7 Conchos, 1 Buckle. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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34" vintage Navajo sterling silver slim turquoise concho belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size, holes can be added up to 34". Leather is a little brittle towards the end. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1940's vintage Navajo Fred Harvey style stamped sterling silver arrow pin/brooch. Selling the pin shown, circa mid 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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35.5" c1950's vintage Navajo sterling silver Morenci turquoise concho belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa mid 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size, holes can be added up to 35.5". 12 conchos and 1 buckle Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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42.5" Tommy Jackson Navajo sterling silver bowtie link concho belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size 42.5" or less. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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41.5" vintage Navajo sterling silver heavy link stamped concho belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size 41.5" or less. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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34.5" Vintage Navajo sterling silver link concho belt in the overlay style. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size 34.5" or less. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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39.5" vintage Navajo sterling silver stamped domed link concho belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size 39.5" or less. 154 grams Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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26" c1940's Vintage Navajo sterling silver deep stamped concho hatband/belt. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Can be hooked shorter to fit any size 26" or less. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.75" Les Baker Shop Navajo sterling silver vintage carved turquoise belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.75" belt.Les Baker was a well-known southwest jewelry artist who designed and also made jewelry himself. Although he was Anglo he employed many Native American silversmiths throughout the years, most notably Fritson Toledo, the great Navajo artist. Les had a great deal to do with the success of the Stagecoach. We have sold more Les Baker jewelry throughout the years than any other jewelry artist. But beyond that, Les was a great mentor and friend to Susan and Gary, here at the Stagecoach. Back in the late 1970’s Gary called Les about selling his jewelry. Gary and his father, Jim, met Les in Denver and have sold his jewelry ever since. In the early 1980’s, Gary spent a week in Albuquerque while one of Les’ Navajo silversmiths taught Gary the craft. This was one of the turning points at the Stagecoach. We could now size our own sterling silver and gold rings and eventually make our own jewelry right here at the Stagecoach. This was and is a huge advantage in selling jewelry as our knowledge of the craft went up exponentially. And for all this, Les asked nothing in return.Les was born in 1935 and when he was older joined the Navy. He told me once that he lied about his age to get into the Navy and became one of the youngest Navy pilots ever. After the Korean War he headed back to New Mexico and became interested in American Indian jewelry. His wife at the time (ex-wife now) wanted a Navajo squash blossom necklace but Les couldn’t afford it. He was always resourceful and since Les didn’t have the money to purchase the squash blossom he figured he would try making one himself. It turned out so nice that when Les’ wife was at a party with Edith Maisel, the “Queen of Indian Jewelry” was so impressed that she offered Les a job. Maisel helped popularize “Indian Jewelry” and though it wasn’t actually handmade, Maisels’ offered many Native Americans a job and increased the awareness of this art form. This was Les’ big break and he later also learned from the great Native American artist Carl Louthy.Eventually Les opened his own shop and was at the right time and the right place when the great “Indian Jewelry” boom in the 1970’s hit. Everybody wanted this turquoise Indian jewelry, from celebrities to the common man and woman. Les teamed up for a while with Bing Crosby (not the singer but the Indian Trader) and at one time had around 50 Native Americans working for him.Les developed his signature look, the swirling free flowing scroll work with leaves and flowers which he used throughout his life. He was one of the first to incorporate gold and diamonds into “Indian Jewelry”. Even though he had his own signature “look”, he was an expert at many different styles and techniques. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Ida Chester Navajo sterling silver coral cluster cross pendant. Selling the pendant shown, circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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1.75" Les Baker Shop Navajo sterling silver vintage red coral belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Fits a 1.75" belt.Les Baker was a well-known southwest jewelry artist who designed and also made jewelry himself. Although he was Anglo he employed many Native American silversmiths throughout the years, most notably Fritson Toledo, the great Navajo artist. Les had a great deal to do with the success of the Stagecoach. We have sold more Les Baker jewelry throughout the years than any other jewelry artist. But beyond that, Les was a great mentor and friend to Susan and Gary, here at the Stagecoach. Back in the late 1970’s Gary called Les about selling his jewelry. Gary and his father, Jim, met Les in Denver and have sold his jewelry ever since. In the early 1980’s, Gary spent a week in Albuquerque while one of Les’ Navajo silversmiths taught Gary the craft. This was one of the turning points at the Stagecoach. We could now size our own sterling silver and gold rings and eventually make our own jewelry right here at the Stagecoach. This was and is a huge advantage in selling jewelry as our knowledge of the craft went up exponentially. And for all this, Les asked nothing in return.Les was born in 1935 and when he was older joined the Navy. He told me once that he lied about his age to get into the Navy and became one of the youngest Navy pilots ever. After the Korean War he headed back to New Mexico and became interested in American Indian jewelry. His wife at the time (ex-wife now) wanted a Navajo squash blossom necklace but Les couldn’t afford it. He was always resourceful and since Les didn’t have the money to purchase the squash blossom he figured he would try making one himself. It turned out so nice that when Les’ wife was at a party with Edith Maisel, the “Queen of Indian Jewelry” was so impressed that she offered Les a job. Maisel helped popularize “Indian Jewelry” and though it wasn’t actually handmade, Maisels’ offered many Native Americans a job and increased the awareness of this art form. This was Les’ big break and he later also learned from the great Native American artist Carl Louthy.Eventually Les opened his own shop and was at the right time and the right place when the great “Indian Jewelry” boom in the 1970’s hit. Everybody wanted this turquoise Indian jewelry, from celebrities to the common man and woman. Les teamed up for a while with Bing Crosby (not the singer but the Indian Trader) and at one time had around 50 Native Americans working for him.Les developed his signature look, the swirling free flowing scroll work with leaves and flowers which he used throughout his life. He was one of the first to incorporate gold and diamonds into “Indian Jewelry”. Even though he had his own signature “look”, he was an expert at many different styles and techniques. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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vintage Navajo deep stamped sterling silver turquoise pendant/pin. Selling the pin shown, circa mid 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Artist unidentified by me. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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38.5" vintage hand stamped/handmade Navajo pearl sterling silver beaded necklace. Selling the necklace shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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23" Vintage Hand stamped Roy Vandever Navajo pearl sterling silver necklace. Selling the necklace shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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23.5" Vintage Hand stamped handmade Navajo pearl sterling silver necklace. Selling the necklace shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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David Taliman Navajo/Cochiti pueblo stamped sterling silver turquoise pin/brooch. Selling the pin shown, circa mid 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos.David Taliman (1902-1967), was born near Ganado, Arizona in the eastern part of the Navajo Reservation of a Navajo father and a Cochiti Pueblo mother. He subsequently attended Riverside Indian School in southern California after which he began his silversmithing career as an apprentice to the extraordinary Navajo silversmith, Fred Peshlakai, son of Slender-Maker-of-Silver and one of the true giants in the history of Navajo silversmithing, at Peshlakais shop in nearby Los Angeles in the 1920s. Taliman subsequently moved to New Mexico in the late 1920‘s where he worked as a benchsmith in various prominent Indian trading post shops such as Maisels in Albuquerque, Spanish and Indian Trading in Santa Fe and Julius Gans Southwest Arts and Crafts also in Santa Fe where he worked alongside such Navajo silversmithing luminaries as Mark Chee and Ambrose and Sam Roanhorse before going on his own in the late 1940s. In 1953, after marrying a Santa Clara Pueblo woman, Taliman moved to Santa Clara Pueblo 30 miles or so north of Santa Fe where he continued making silver and also taught silversmithing until his death in 1967. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Steve Yellowhorse Navajo sterling silver pendant with nice turquoise. Selling the pendant shown, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Vintage Navajo Royston turquoise, coral sterling silver feather pendant. Selling the pendant shown, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Vintage Navajo Turquoise Mountain turquoise sterling silver pendant. Selling the pendant shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise cross pendant Running Bear Shop. Selling the pendant shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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Vintage Navajo sterling silver Arizona Fire Agate pendant. Selling the pendant shown, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in the photos. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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All Cuff bracelets on the Estate Fresh Austin website will have the size wrist they fit (in inches) including the gap at the beginning of the title, there are also many photos in this listing which will show a tape measure inside the bracelet, gap size, width, etc. The item should also be shown on a scale in the photos. Hallmarks will be shown, if no attribution is made then please assume it was unresearched due to time limitations. All items that are over 40+ years old should have age appropriate wear, more recent items will be extremely clean with no hidden flaws or repairs. The majority of our business on the (Estate Fresh Austin website) is to high end galleries all over the world, so the items we sell are in gallery condition. It is extremely common for 1970's and older Native American jewelry to have no markings whatsoever.6.5" vintage c1940-50's Navajo sterling silver turquoise row cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Circa mid 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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All Cuff bracelets on the Estate Fresh Austin website will have the size wrist they fit (in inches) including the gap at the beginning of the title, there are also many photos in this listing which will show a tape measure inside the bracelet, gap size, width, etc. The item should also be shown on a scale in the photos. Hallmarks will be shown, if no attribution is made then please assume it was unresearched due to time limitations. All items that are over 40+ years old should have age appropriate wear, more recent items will be extremely clean with no hidden flaws or repairs. The majority of our business on the (Estate Fresh Austin website) is to high end galleries all over the world, so the items we sell are in gallery condition. It is extremely common for 1970's and older Native American jewelry to have no markings whatsoever.6.9" vintage Navajo c1950's Fred Harvey style sterling silver turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Circa mid 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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All Cuff bracelets on the Estate Fresh Austin website will have the size wrist they fit (in inches) including the gap at the beginning of the title, there are also many photos in this listing which will show a tape measure inside the bracelet, gap size, width, etc. The item should also be shown on a scale in the photos. Hallmarks will be shown, if no attribution is made then please assume it was unresearched due to time limitations. All items that are over 40+ years old should have age appropriate wear, more recent items will be extremely clean with no hidden flaws or repairs. The majority of our business on the (Estate Fresh Austin website) is to high end galleries all over the world, so the items we sell are in gallery condition. It is extremely common for 1970's and older Native American jewelry to have no markings whatsoever.6.4" vintage T Duran Navajo sterling silver high grade coral row cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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