1.5" Roy Vandever vintage Navajo sterling silver shriners chip inlay belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures.. Buckle fits a 1.5" belt. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Age appropriate wear. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz6 c1930's Etsitty Tsosie Navajo sterling silver petrified wood ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos, appropriate wear, circa second quarter of the 20th century.Etsitty Tsosie was active from 1910-1937 and passed away in 1937. Best known for his beautiful stamp work and repousse pieces. He worked for trader C.G. Wallace for a period of time and was commissioned to produce stamps. He and Hosteen Goodluck worked closely together creating many of the early concho belts and other detailed pieces of jewelry. Several of his pieces were featured in the C.G. Wallace collection. Mentioned in the John Adair 1944 book, Eskiesose (C.G. Wallace's questionable spelling) preferred to work without strangers watching him, as he insisted his silver would not melt correctly. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz12 Harry H Begay Navajo sterling silver stamped/chiseled size 12 Men's ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos, appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century.Harry H. Begay comes from the Navajo tribe, and has specialized in handmade Native American jewelry since the early 1970s. His silversmithing style is curated through ingot silver that has been mined from mountains and caves from across the country. The turquoise he uses is also the best in business, which results in a rich colored stone.The talented proceedings using ingot silver is endeavoring work; that specializes in melting the silver to a desired shape, to curate the designs, with the ending result of a heavy solidified piece of jewelry.Harry Begay is one of the prime silversmiths in our century. Listed with ExportYourStore.com

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sz10 Everett & Mary Teller Navajo sterling silver turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos, appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Mary and Everett Teller - NavajoThese self-taught silversmiths have been making jewelry for over 40 years. Everett and Mary Teller’s work is made of sterling silver and 14k gold with simple Navajo overlay designs. They incorporate the storm pattern designs on many of their jewelry pieces.They carefully design their pieces and select the stones using a wide variety of natural stones -Turquoise, Lapis, Oyster Shell, Coral, Onyx and more. They show their work in galleries as well as prestigious art shows such as The Heard Museum and Santa Fe Indian Markets. The workmanship is impeccable - you can always depend upon quality when you purchase a piece of Everett & Mary Teller jewelry.Mary shares her joy for making jewelry, “I enjoy designing something new.”. 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. 6.5" Allison Snowhawk Lee Navajo Sterling silver deep stamped wide cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century.Allison "Snowhawk" Lee (1958 - 2022) was an award-winning Navajo artist from Mexican Springs, New Mexico. He was the third oldest of eight (four brothers and three sisters). Allison lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico with his three sons, Wyatt, Kyle and Trent.Allison Lee - Navajo Silversmith: Speaking of the silver and gold jewelry he hand crafts, Allison Lee's captivating voice is sincere when he says, "One time my uncle told me that everything we build comes from the earth, like the silver that comes from the earth, or the turquoise that comes from the earth. That is a lot of energy. You put it together and you put your heart and mind into a piece. Then sometimes a certain piece of jewelry- I believe- it is made for a certain person. I usually have a ring, or something, that stays with me for about two or three years, until the right person comes along. And then that person buys that piece. I believe that every piece of jewelry that I make is made for somebody out there- it's made for somebody special. Whoever might be having problems, or something like that. In essence, that energy helps that person get help, by wearing pieces that we make. That is the way I look at it."Born in the heart of the Navajo homeland, in the spring of 1958, Allison Snowhawk Lee attended boarding school until 8th grade. Lee is the last name given to him by the boarding school because they couldn't pronounce, spell, or translate his Navajo name; Snowhawk is his grandmother's name.Allison became involved in silversmithing in a high school art class, making his first simple jewelry pieces at age 12. When he was 14 years old his mother asked him to remove the last stone from an old turquoise brooch and make her a ring with it. Being able to combine old and new into something beautiful gave him a metaphysical sense of bridging generations, connecting him to his heritage and at the same time launching him into a viable vocation.During his high school summers he worked at silver shops in Gallup, New Mexico. His first job included sweeping floors, but as he worked he became acquainted with the top silversmith, and learned his techniques. Each summer thereafter he found a job in different shops, and studied under various masters. Now he is the master who owns a shop that employs high school age apprentices.When Allison graduated from high school in 1977 he won the "Most Artistic" award in his class of 160 students. That was just the beginning of his awards. Allison has won numerous honors in prestigious shows in seven different states. He is not only artistic, but very creative, and therein lies his greatest challenge. "A lot of people copy," he says, "and then pretty soon an original idea is being mass produced. I've got to keep ahead of them."Allison makes many different kinds of jewelry: earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets; and is best known for his elaborate concho belts. "I really like making concho belts," he professes, "and coming up with different styles."Allison uses either silver or, occasionally, 14 karat gold, and sets it with coral, turquoise, or other semi-precious stones. Hand fabricated, his work may be either stamped or contain bezel set stones. His favorite piece was a squash blossom necklace he made using tools he created.Allison goes on the road two or three times a month, for two or three days at a time, to market his work or attend shows. He also does demonstrations and seminars at Grand Canyon and other places. When he is at work in his shop he may put in up to 16 hours a day. "I take breaks sometimes," he confesses, "Sometimes I get burned out. That's the time to just walk away from it. That's when it's time to go outdoors, just to kind of refresh my mind."I go hunting, I go hiking. What I really love to do is go to old Indian ruins and just look around, see what I can find. In a way I get ideas from the old, and then try to come up with something new. Then I get back into it. Everything just starts coming together once I start making something. It just comes together in my mind."Allison is considered a success by all who are familiar with his work, but he has a different standard, set with his three sons in mind: "I think being successful is keeping everything balanced out between your family and your work. I think that's what being successful is, caring enough to spend time with your family, and not letting the work and the career overtake your life. I've seen a lot of people that have done that. I'm just glad that I've had people there to tell me the difference. Successful to me is just being happy and making sure my family is fed and clothed. That says it all, right there."

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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. 6.1" Pete Sierra Navajo sterling silver heishi shell/turquoise bead inlaid cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Sierra was a former student of Charles Loloma, and is mentioned in Nancy Schiffer's book "Jewelry by Southwest American Indians: Evolving Designs." Sierra's works are found in the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology as well as other museums, and he has been represented by many galleries worldwide.

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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. 6.75" Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver slim stacker cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century. TOMMY SINGER(Navajo b. 1940 – 2014)Tommy grew up in a small community of Dilcon on the Navajo reservation. Tommy Singer was a Navajo silversmith who specialized in chip-inlay jewelry. His inlaid turquoise, coral, and silver pieces incorporated traditional Navajo designs. Singer gained acclaim as the originator of the chip inlay design. Because of this innovation, Tommy is considered by many as one of the greatest contemporary Indian jewelry silversmiths of our time. Even though he was world renowned, he worked on the Navajo reservation in a small studio surrounded with his family and other tribal members.The Singer family has been involved in silversmithing, stone and beadwork for a very long time, handing the art down from one generation to another. Tommy was a silversmith for over 50 years. He learned the art of silversmithing from his father when he was just 7 years old. His Father Tsinnigine Hathali was a Navajo Medicine man. Tommy incorporates many traditional sandpainting and rug designs of the Navajo People into his jewelry. Tommy began creating jewelry full-time at the age of 21. His early works were done in the silver overlay technique. His work soon began to feature Turquoise stones.While working with scrap turquoise chips, Tommy pioneered the technique of Chip inlay used by thousands of artists to this day. For many years Tommy and his brothers created Jewelry using the Chip inlay style. Later in life, Tommy had returned to his roots by creating Exquisite Silver Overlaid Jewelry with intricate designs. His current work often includes 14 Karat Gold Overlaid on Silver. Tommy also carved storyteller scenes and silver bead necklaces with tremendous skill.When asked about his work, Singer said, "Every piece is made with the various meanings from my traditional ways - the Navajo way of living. My father was asilversmith, too. He taught me, and wanted me to continue this trade. It was my father's dream that I learn to silversmith so that I could continue his beliefs."His work is well known internationally and is featured in a number of Indian art publications. One can easily recognize Tommy’s work. He marks his finished pieces with “T. Singer” or with “T and a crescent moon”. Whether Tommy created a bolo tie, buckle, ring, necklace, pendant, or bracelet, he stated that, “All my jewelry is made to satisfy my customer. Each piece is unique and is made very different. I try hard to make different styles and designs of my jewelry.”His legacy of work will continue to live on for many years. In fact, Rosita (Rose) and the family have continued Tommy’s legacy by creating jewelry with his designs. Tommy and his wife Rose came up with a new hallmark before his death which is “T&R Singer”. Once all of the items he made are sold, the family will be signing the new jewelry with the T&R Singer hallmark. His legacy of work will continue to live on for many years.

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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. 6.1" Roy Vandever Navajo sterling silver vintage coral/turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Roy Vandever, Diné, Navajo Nation, active ca 1950s-2009: silver stampwork, shadowbox, chip inlay jewelry. Roy Vandever was the son of Walter Vandever and Emma Vandever; uncle of Esther Vandever Wood; husband of Donna Vandever; father of Cassandra Xalladitto, Cindy Howe, Verna Kee, Sheila Vandever, Sherwood Vandever, and Jerome Vandever.

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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. 6.75" Philander Begay Navajo Tufa Cast sterling silver-turquoise cuff bracelet . Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Philander Begay, born 1982, has been an active silversmith since 2002. He learned the art of making jewelry from his brother, Darryl Begay, and his uncle Bobby Begay. “My brother has taught me, and also my uncle Bobby Begay has shown me things. Bobby was Darryl’s teacher, he worked in the traditional style. Bobby was taught by Timmy Begay who was a student of Kenneth Begay.”In 2007 Philander won the prestigious Artists Choice Award at Indian Market in Santa Fe. His tufa cast work is a favorite of collectors. Philander says “I grew up in Tuba City, which is very close to Hopi. My friend was Hopi and we spent alot of time at his home. That is where I get many ideas for my work. I show Pueblo scenes on many of my pieces, and also incorporate the many different Kachina Dances I saw there into my work.”Born 1982 in Tuba City, AZ. He is one of youngest, talented artist. He does tufa casting and In-lay work. His designs are always outstanding. Each one of his pieces has its own beauty of Navajo culture. 2014, he won 1st of the class ribbon at the Heard Museum Show which is the second largest show in the world.

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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. 6.55" Gary Reeves Navajo sterling silver high grade turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Gary ReevesNavajo silversmith Gary Reeves was born in 1962 in Gallup, N.M. and died July 2014. He began silver work in 1974.He was the older brother of renowned silversmith Sunshine Reeves and the younger brother of David Reeves (now deceased), who was so instrumental in teaching the craft to both Gary and Sunshine, as well as their half-brothers Darrel and Andy Cadman.While each artist has his own individual style, they all share an affinity for complex engraved and hand stamped geometric designs and they are all a part of recreating and popularizing the old Navajo designs of the early 20th century. They call their style Navajo Revival Style.He filled his old style silver with lots of stamp patterns and used high quality pieces of turquoise. Gary smithed silver from the age of twelve. His work, like that of his brother Sunshine, is present in the collections of the Heard Museum in Phoenix and Gary has won numerous awards for his work.

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Julius Gans known as Southwest Arts and Crafts c1940 UITA-21 Navajo Sterling silver Box Bow Turquoise squash blossom necklace. Selling the necklace shown in good condition with weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. 25" long necklace, circa second quarter of the 20th century.“The United Indian Traders Association (UITA) was established on September 13, 1931 for the expressed purpose of authentication of Indian crafts. At the time, the UITA as an important player both in Indian cultural life and in advocating for the sale of authentic Indian arts and crafts.UITA was incorporated as a non-profit in New Mexico, with the support of a number of traders and San Francisco attorney Charles Elkus. Bert Staples (Coolidge, NM) was UITA's first President, R. C. Master (Zuni, NM) was Vice President, C. N. Cotton (Gallup, NM) served as Treasurer and Tobe Turpen (Gallup, NM) was Secretary. Directors included L. L. Sabin, C. G. Wallace, J. M. Drolet, Ramon Hubbell, Lloyd Ambrose, Bruce Barnard and Mike Kirk. All of the founding directors and officers were veteran owners of trading posts in the Southwest. The founding membership of 753 grew to over 125 in about 10 years.”

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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. 6" Orville Tsinnie Navajo sterling silver high grade turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century.Orville Tsinnie (1943-2017) was a Navajo artist and master silversmith who has been featured in the American Indian art world for over 25 years. He was born in Tuba City, Arizona in 1943 and lived and worked in Shiprock, New Mexico. Tsinnie learned jewelry making from his Hopi brother-in-law in the 1970s and has since won many awards, including a Lifetime Achievement award from the Indian Arts and Crafts Association.

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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. 1930's-40's vintage Frank Peshlakai Navajo sterling silver watch cuff bracelet. Selling the watch cuff shown with weight and measurement in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos. Watch untested, I would it and it ticked but we have to keep moving.Frank is the younger brother of Fred Peshlakai. They worked together over the years and crafted some of the finest jewelry made during this early era.

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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. 7" Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver chip inlay peyote Bird cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa third quarter of the 20th century. This was a watch cuff with the Peace pin attached to it. The peace pin is also Tommy Singer, I know this because I had one before.

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Jack Tom Navajo 14k gold/sterling silver beaded necklace with pendant. Selling the necklace and pendant shown in good condition with weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold accents on both pendant and necklace on sterling silver, circa last quarter of the 20th century. 25" necklaceJACK TOM(Navajo b. 1948) Jack Tom is an award-winning silversmith most well-known for his gold overlay on silver jewelry, impeccable execution and the finest stones in both traditional and contemporary designs. Jack Tom was born of the Salt Clan and for the Bitter Water Clan in 1948 at Smoke Signal in Keams Canyon, Arizona on the Navajo reservation. He began his jewelry career in 1971 and continues to produce beautiful work with his distinctive blend of 14k gold and silver or silver with stones. It was also the year Mary Begay and Jack Tom were married. Mary started making jewelry by fabricating the beads that display Jack’s pendants. Mary assisted in the creation process as well which aided in completing a joint design style linking their rich heritage and the 21st Century.Until recently, he and his wife Mary made some of the most striking contemporary necklaces and earrings to be found today. They are no longer married, but each continues to create wonderful pieces on his and her own.Jack has a deep appreciation and respect for his ancient Navajo heritage and the symbols of his rich culture. Jack composes his craft by incorporating ancient symbols with contemporary images for a distinct look to his pieces. His great-grandmother was Hopi so he uses Hopi patterns as well as the traditional Navajo designs. He also incorporates Navajo rug patterns and Anasazi patterns in his work. He believes the “Old Ones” left their designs for others (him) to use.Jack is self-taught silversmith. He began his artist career by working for a small jewelry shop in Holbrook, Arizona. He worked as a buffer and did small tasks for other silversmiths. After working as a welder and in other construction related jobs, in 1985 he decided to take his creative ideas and become his own artist. He began with traditional Navajo designs. Over the years, his jewelry has evolved into great detail, high quality, and unique designs that incorporate 14 kt gold, sterling silver, turquoise, corals, and opals. In 1979, while working on the railroad, Jack was struck by lightning. He returned home to his father, a Medicine Man, who performed a Shooting Way ceremony. This restored Jack’s health and harmony. He uses a lot of lightning patterns in his jewelry. Today, Jack is always looking for new techniques to learn such as tufa casting, texture rolling (which he learned from Zuni silversmith Martin Panteah) and sandcasting to express his creative ideas in multiple ways. The sandcasting provides an alternative to the normal mirror-finish polish most silversmiths give to the back of their work. The changes are part of the process that allows his work to continue to evolve and enchant.

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1.5" Gary Reeves Navajo sterling silver carved turquoise nugget belt buckle. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures.. Buckle fits a 1.5" belt. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Gary ReevesNavajo silversmith Gary Reeves was born in 1962 in Gallup, N.M. and died July 2014. He began silver work in 1974.He was the older brother of renowned silversmith Sunshine Reeves and the younger brother of David Reeves (now deceased), who was so instrumental in teaching the craft to both Gary and Sunshine, as well as their half-brothers Darrel and Andy Cadman. While each artist has his own individual style, they all share an affinity for complex engraved and hand stamped geometric designs and they are all a part of recreating and popularizing the old Navajo designs of the early 20th century. They call their style Navajo Revival Style.He filled his old style silver with lots of stamp patterns and used high quality pieces of turquoise. Gary smithed silver from the age of twelve. His work, like that of his brother Sunshine, is present in the collections of the Heard Museum in Phoenix and Gary has won numerous awards for his work.

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3/4" Vintage Thomas Curtis Navajo stamped sterling silver ranger belt buckle set. Solid sterling silver (tested) with weight and measurements in pictures.. Buckle fits a 3/4" belt. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Last hole on the belt is 31", please don't ask me for a discount and I keep the belt. I'm selling the buckle set by a famous Navajo silversmith, I did not look at the belt.Thomas Curtis was an award winning, self-taught Navajo Silversmith; a master who pursued his art for over 50 years. He is best known and loved for his painstakingly beautiful handcrafted precision stamp work in heavy-gauge silver creating sophistically stimulating jewelry. Born in 1942 into a family of skilled silversmiths, Thomas Curtis observed the secrets of his family’s finely crafted silver work and began creating traditional Navajo jewelry by the age of 12. Before committing himself completely to the art of metalsmithing, Curtis was a champion horseback rider and won many awards as a member of the All-Indian Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association performing bareback, bull riding and saddle bronc. The rodeo is where he was given his acclaimed surname, ‘Curtis’. Born as Thomas Redhorse, his family name was the source of many jokes while working in the rodeo and was given the name ‘Curtis’ by a stock contractor who wished him to be recognized for his riding talent and not overshadowed by a name. After somersaulting backwards off of a horse and injuring himself in 1969, Thomas left the rodeo to pursue his craft as a silversmith full time.Thomas Curtis grew up observing his uncle who was a blacksmith and had a business repairing wagons. “It was like today’s car garage, he had wagons lined up. I would help him, I was fascinated by all of the tools and I had an interest in working with metal.” Curtis elaborated on his fascinations with blacksmithing while working in the rodeo, and continued them into his jewelry making career by hand making the hardened steel die stamps that identified him as one of the premier Navajo silversmiths of his time. Thomas Curtis believed an artist should be a part of every process in the creation of their work, and he took monumental pride in the art of making his own die stamps for his harmonious arrangements. Curtis was often quoted finding inspiration for his pieces by, “looking at the ground, the sky, the plants, and the four seasons.” He also turned to sacred traditions, sourcing his patterns and descriptive style from traditional weavings, historic and contemporary construction from the 1890’s-1940’s, and adapted classic ketoh designs for the lids of the elaborate silver boxes he is known for. Thomas Curtis had an extreme talent for delicately balancing compositions of traditional design motifs with his intense skill, generating dramatic results with refined charisma. With only an 8th grade education he excelled as an artist and craftsman who, like his precision stampwork, deeply embedded a profound mark in the history of jewelry making, raising the standard for quality work and inspiring others to push themselves to greater heights. Thomas Curtis passed away June 29, 2013 and left behind a collection of finely crafted Navajo jewelry and a remarkably gifted daughter, Jennifer Curtis, who carries his legacy as a master silversmith creating exceptional work inspired by her father’s unyielding hard work and lifelong dedication to his art.

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7.5" Ray Bennett Navajo 14k gold/Sterling silver stamped link bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century.

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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. 6.35" Leo Yazzie Navajo sterling silver orange coral, lapis inlay cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Great condition with age appropriate wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century.LEO YAZZIELeo Yazzie has been designing and creating fine jewelry for more than 30 years. Born and raised at Black Mesa on the Navajo Reservation in northeastern Arizona, the influence of the land and his culture is a part of each piece of his contemporary and sophisticated jewelry.Leo uses both gold and silver to create jewelry with a unique combination of traditional and contemporary designs. “The inspiration for many of my designs came from watching my grandmother, mother and other women in the family weaving rugs. They told me their designs came from Spider. Now, I make designs inspired by the patterns they wove.”Leo’s patterns vary, from a delicate cutout border with intricate detail to bold geometrics. It might be a gold panel with a geometric motif overlaid on a silver pendant; a cut-out stepped pattern encircling a stone; or a lightning shaped band on a ring. Whatever the pattern, the effect is sophisticated and elegant.The classic use of turquoise and coral is a favorite combination of Leo’s. The coral may range from pale pink to a very deep red. Leo uses turquoise of the highest quality, sometimes rare pieces from famous mines that have been closed for years. “I love working with quality stones,” says Leo. To guarantee he’d always have the best materials to work with, Leo has collected high quality stones from gem shows and traders over the years.In addition to turquoise and coral, Leo uses other semi-precious stones from around the world like sugilite, lapis, gaspeite, white opals and more. Sugilite has gained in popularity since its introduction in the 1980s. Found in the Kalahari Desert of South Africa, this stone with its deep rich purple to soft lavender color works beautifully with turquoise, or on its own. Leo enjoys pairing it with the fire in white opals.Leo’s settings are all handmade, often built up layer-by-layer. Designs are sawed out and appliquéd. Rich multi-colored side inlay will often be added to highlight a larger stone or add accent colors to the design. He uses channel inlay on some pieces, with the stones precisely cut flush with each other, so that they almost appear to be one stone. Some pieces will have a sculptural inlay, where each stone is cut and shaped, then fitted together.Leo’s avant-garde work is fitting for today’s contemporary fashions. His attention to detail and craftsmanship is evident in each piece and reflects his willingness to take the time to let a design emerge.“I enjoy what I do and I like to take my time with each piece,” says Leo. He usually works on several pieces at a time, working with one and then setting it aside to work on another, or taking one of his long walks. “I usually work for three hours each morning and then leave the pieces alone,” says Leo. His long walks are important; they reconnect him with the land and life surrounding him.The care and time that Leo takes fabricating each of his pieces has resulted in his winning enough awards and ribbons to fill two large boxes. Today, Leo has stopped entering contests. “I wanted to make room for the younger artists,” says Leo. He may have stopped competing, but he has not stopped creating. This quiet man and gifted artist continues to innovate and dazzle us with his eye for color and attention to detail.

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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. 6" Philander Begay Navajo Tufa Cast sterling silver cobblestone cuff bracelet. Beautiful natural turquoise with high grade coral and lapis. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century.Meet Philander BegayBorn in Tuba City, Arizona, in 1982, Philander Begay grew up surrounded by artists in his household. His father, who was raised Hopi, as well as his mother, have had a significant influence on his artistic development. Although Philander was exposed to silversmithing from a young age, he did not consider making it into a career until much later. He initially supported his growing family by working in construction. However, Philander left the industry and turned to silversmithing because it allowed him to stay close to his family. He learned jewelry making from his family, including his well-known cousin Darryl Dean Begay, and mastered various traditional techniques, including tufa stone casting, stonesetting, and saw work. Philander values his family life and is a devoted husband to Shana'baa and a dedicated father to their five children. Since garnering tremendous success in his career, the renowned silversmith has also introduced the art form to his children. Philander describes his life as a jeweler, a gallery owner, and a family man as "a dream come true."

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sz7 vintage Reeves Navajo sterling silver turquoise size 7 ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in photos, no issues. circa third quarter of the 20th century.

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sz7 Mary Marie Yazzie Lincoln Navajo sterling silver Mediterranean coral ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.Mary Marie Lincoln is an accomplished Navajo jeweler. For over 35 years she has been known for her simple, yet elegant designs that are timeless. She often combines various colored stones such as coral and turquoise, in her popular “cluster work” pieces. She works closely with her brothers, Lee and Raymond Yazzie, who are both well-known award winning jewelers. Mary Marie lives with her family near Gallup, NM. She is featured in Navajo Indian Jewelry by Jerry and Lois Jacka and North American Indian Jewelry and Adornment by Lois Dubin.

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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. 6.3" Allison Snowhawk Lee Navajo heavy sterling silver cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, weight and measurements in photos. Last quarter of the 20th century.Allison "Snowhawk" Lee (1958 - 2022) was an award-winning Navajo artist from Mexican Springs, New Mexico. He was the third oldest of eight (four brothers and three sisters). Allison lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico with his three sons, Wyatt, Kyle and Trent. While I'm happy to connect with my customers, I beg you to take the time to look through all of the photos as they should answer them. There should be around 10 photos. If no marking is mentioned or photographed please assume that it's unmarked as is common with Native American jewelry of this era.

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Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver chip inlay peyote bird pendant/pin-brooch . Selling the pendant shown in good condition with weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver.

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sz9 Calvin Peterson Navajo 14k gold/Sterling silver eagle overlay ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz8 Marie Yazzie-Atkinson Trading Post Navajo sterling silver turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, circa second quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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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. 6.4" UITA-21 1940's Navajo carinated sterling silver stamped cuff bracelet pair. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, with weight and measurements in pictures, circa second quarter of the 20th century.The United Indian Trader’s Association or U.I.T.A., founded in 1931 was a voluntary organization made up of the leading Indian traders of the day organized to promote and enforce the highest quality standards for the creation of genuine traditional Indian Arts and Crafts. The members were a veritable who’s who of the leading Indian traders of their day and all pieces certified by UITA and stamped with their unique arrowhead hallmark had to pass a rigorous set of quality inspections regarding the materials and techniques used. Each member of UITA was assigned a specific numeric code which all pieces sold by them had to be stamped with. UITA-21 was used by the Julius Gans’ Southwest Trading Company of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Julius Gans was an enterprising and dynamic trader who employed at one time or another a veritable All-star team of some of the finest Native American silversmiths in the business; the Roanhorse brothers, Ambrose and Sam, Mark Chee and the fine Cochiti Pueblo silversmith David Taliman among others

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44" Harry Morgan Navajo sterling silver repousse 1st phase style concho belt. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Fully functional. Fits up to a 44" waist with added holes, great condition, circa last quarter of the 20th century. 9 Conchos, 1 buckle.Morgan, Harry BiographyHarry Morgan is known for his classic revival style jewelry with its smooth, soft, antique finishes and classic design. He is a fifth-generation silversmith. Born and raised on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, Harry Morgan began casting jewelry at age seven. His mother Louise inspired him to make jewelry in the old style.The Navajo Tribe offered him a four-year scholarship in engineering, but being a rodeo cowboy was his dream, at the time. He ultimately returned to his passion for silversmithing, and became a silversmith in 1965. He spent most of his life in the Gallup, NM area, and at one point opened a jewelry supply store in Crownpoint, NM.He also operated a smithing studio, and employed many smiths who would also emulate the classic revival style. One of those employed was well-known silversmith Kirk Smith. Many of Harry Morgans stamps were inherited from his parents and uncle, or made by him.Harry Morgan was married to Navajo silversmith Betty Joe, and is the nephew of accomplished silversmiths Charlie Bitsue and Ike Wilson. Brother Henry Morgan is known for his exceptional sandcast pieces. Linda Marble, his sister, was also known for her sandcast pieces. She passed away in 2004.Of his five children, three have taken up silversmithing. Harry Morgan won awards at every major Indian art show, and had an exhibit of his creations at the Heard Museum in 2007, a year before he passed way.

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Harry Morgan Navajo sterling silver deep stamped high grade turquoise pin/brooch. Selling the pin shown in good condition with weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Circa last quarter of 20th century.Morgan, Harry BiographyHarry Morgan is known for his classic revival style jewelry with its smooth, soft, antique finishes and classic design. He is a fifth-generation silversmith. Born and raised on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, Harry Morgan began casting jewelry at age seven. His mother Louise inspired him to make jewelry in the old style.The Navajo Tribe offered him a four-year scholarship in engineering, but being a rodeo cowboy was his dream, at the time. He ultimately returned to his passion for silversmithing, and became a silversmith in 1965. He spent most of his life in the Gallup, NM area, and at one point opened a jewelry supply store in Crownpoint, NM.He also operated a smithing studio, and employed many smiths who would also emulate the classic revival style. One of those employed was well-known silversmith Kirk Smith. Many of Harry Morgans stamps were inherited from his parents and uncle, or made by him.Harry Morgan was married to Navajo silversmith Betty Joe, and is the nephew of accomplished silversmiths Charlie Bitsue and Ike Wilson. Brother Henry Morgan is known for his exceptional sandcast pieces. Linda Marble, his sister, was also known for her sandcast pieces. She passed away in 2004.Of his five children, three have taken up silversmithing. Harry Morgan won awards at every major Indian art show, and had an exhibit of his creations at the Heard Museum in 2007, a year before he passed way.

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Vintage George & Nusie Henry Navajo 14K Gold turquoise necklace pendant. Selling the pendant shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century.

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Harry Morgan Navajo sterling silver 1" dee stamped ranger belt buckle set. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, weight and measurements in pictures. Fully functional. All items will likely have some age appropriate/expected wear, the older they are the more wear they should have. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century.. Fits up to a 1" belt.Morgan, Harry BiographyHarry Morgan is known for his classic revival style jewelry with its smooth, soft, antique finishes and classic design. He is a fifth-generation silversmith. Born and raised on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, Harry Morgan began casting jewelry at age seven. His mother Louise inspired him to make jewelry in the old style.The Navajo Tribe offered him a four-year scholarship in engineering, but being a rodeo cowboy was his dream, at the time. He ultimately returned to his passion for silversmithing, and became a silversmith in 1965. He spent most of his life in the Gallup, NM area, and at one point opened a jewelry supply store in Crownpoint, NM.He also operated a smithing studio, and employed many smiths who would also emulate the classic revival style. One of those employed was well-known silversmith Kirk Smith. Many of Harry Morgans stamps were inherited from his parents and uncle, or made by him.Harry Morgan was married to Navajo silversmith Betty Joe, and is the nephew of accomplished silversmiths Charlie Bitsue and Ike Wilson. Brother Henry Morgan is known for his exceptional sandcast pieces. Linda Marble, his sister, was also known for her sandcast pieces. She passed away in 2004.Of his five children, three have taken up silversmithing. Harry Morgan won awards at every major Indian art show, and had an exhibit of his creations at the Heard Museum in 2007, a year before he passed way.Read less

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Sunshine Reeves Navajo sterling deep stamped picture frame. Weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with no issues, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Born in Twin Lakes, New Mexico in 1966, Daniel “Sunshine” Reeves is an award-winning Navajo artist of many talents. Sunshine learned the art of silversmithing from his older brothers at the age of 24 and has since become an innovator in the realm of his craft.From bracelets and belt buckles to boxes, knives, bowls, and candle holders, Sunshine Reeves’ intricate stampwork on silver is rooted in tradition with eyes toward the future. He has earned many accolades throughout the years, including Best of Show at 1997 Santa Fe Indian Market and Best in Class in 1998.“Most people have no idea how complex the process is to create these unique art forms,” says Sunshine Reeves. His work is more than simply a piece of jewelry or a box -- it is an art form. On an average piece, Sunshine will use 10 to 20 different handmade stamps to create the unique patterns for which he is so well known.Sunshine's work is collected throughout the world, including Japan, Europe, and Korea. His work is exhibited in galleries and museums across the country.

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Sunshine Reeves Navajo sterling silver lapis lazuli picture frame. Weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with no issues, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Born in Twin Lakes, New Mexico in 1966, Daniel “Sunshine” Reeves is an award-winning Navajo artist of many talents. Sunshine learned the art of silversmithing from his older brothers at the age of 24 and has since become an innovator in the realm of his craft.From bracelets and belt buckles to boxes, knives, bowls, and candle holders, Sunshine Reeves’ intricate stampwork on silver is rooted in tradition with eyes toward the future. He has earned many accolades throughout the years, including Best of Show at 1997 Santa Fe Indian Market and Best in Class in 1998.“Most people have no idea how complex the process is to create these unique art forms,” says Sunshine Reeves. His work is more than simply a piece of jewelry or a box -- it is an art form. On an average piece, Sunshine will use 10 to 20 different handmade stamps to create the unique patterns for which he is so well known.Sunshine's work is collected throughout the world, including Japan, Europe, and Korea. His work is exhibited in galleries and museums across the country.

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Ike Wilson Navajo (1900-1942) 1930's vintage sterling silver ashtray thunderbird accents. Weight and measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with no issues. Apparently unmarked, circa second quarter of the 20th century. Ike Wilson (1900-1942) hallmark signature of bow and arrow symbol.Diné silversmith Ike Wilson worked for many years for the Kelsey Trading Company at Zuni. He did silverwork for many of the Zuni lapidary artists including Ida Vacit Poblano. He often collaborated with his wife, Katherine Wilson.Navajo Nation artist Ike Wilson (1900-1942) would sign his creations with his bow and arrow hallmark. There has been some confusion in the past about the hallmark of Ike Wilson (1901-1942). It seems that sometimes his work was attributed to Austin Wilson. Both men were born in the same year and in a similar area of the reservation and both men worked at times for trader C. G. Wallace and the Kelsey Trading Company. Ike Wilson’s work is signed with a bow and arrow. After his death in 1942, his wife Katherine Wilson (1907-1985) continued to use his hallmark. The bow and arrow hallmark was initially attributed to Ike’s contemporary, Austin Wilson, but the corrected attribution was published in Messier, 2014.

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14k gold/Sterling silver Norbert Peshlakai Navajo Italian coral belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, solid 14k gold bezel, weight and measurements in pictures. Fully functional. All items will likely have some age appropriate/expected wear, the older they are the more wear they should have. Circa last quarter of the 20th century.. Fits up to a 1.25" belt

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sz7 Lee Yazzie Navajo vintage sterling silver high grade turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.Navajo artist, Lee Yazzie, is one of the leading Native American designers and craftsmen in the field today. Both of Lee’s parents were traditional Navajo silversmiths and he grew up observing their style and designs. Over twenty years ago, Lee Yazzie made the decision to pursue quality over quality and therefore produces less than 10 individual pieces each year. He draws on traditional Navajo elements and with contemporary flair combines 14K gold and sterling silver, set with turquoise, coral, lapis, and other gemstones as he designs each unique piece. His pieces have been elected to remain in the permanent collection of the Indian Arts and Crafts Board, part of the U.S. Department of Interior and he has garnered various awards including the coveted “Best of Show” various times at the Annual Intertribal Ceremonial in Gallup, New Mexico. Numerous issues of Arizona Highways have featured Lee’s work and he has been included in several authoritative books on Native American jewelry including Beyond Traditions by Jerry and Lois Jacka, Enduring Traditions by Jerry and Lois Jacka, Navajo Indian Jewelry by Jerry and Lois Jacka, North American Indian Jewelry and Adornment by Lois Dubin, and Southwestern Indian Jewelry by Dexter Cirillo.

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David Tune Navajo sterling silver turquoise/coral cobblestone belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, weight and measurements in pictures. Fully functional. All items will likely have some age appropriate/expected wear, the older they are the more wear they should have. Circa last quarter of the 20th century.. Fits up to a 1.5" belt

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Large Gibson Nez Navajo/Apache sterling silver green turquoise pendant. Selling the pendant shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Stone secure with tight fracture towards the bottom of bottom stone.

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Fred Peshlakai Navajo (1896-1974) Biography sterling silver large hair barrette. Selling the piece shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Weight and measurements in pictures.Peshlakai, Fred (1896-1974) BiographyFred Peshlakai is the bridge between the early Navajo silversmiths of the 19th century and the Native modernists of the mid 20th century. He was born at Crystal, NM, the son of Slender Maker of Silver who had learned silverwork from Atsidi Chon, one of the first Navajo silversmiths. He apprenticed with his father until the elder’s failing eyesight forced him to stop working. Peshlakai worked briefly at Maisels Indian Trading Post in Albuquerque before moving on to temporary jobs such as cowboying and acting. Returning to silversmithing, he opened a shop on Olvera Street in Los Angeles where he worked for nearly 20 years. His brother, Frank, worked for him there for several years. In 1950 Peshlakai had a shop at Hotel Escalante in Cedar City, UT. After that time his jewelry production decreased. Peshalakai’s work is widely collected because of his innovative designs and use of high quality stones.

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Kirk Smith Navajo & Other sterling silver/turquoise hand stamped baby rattles. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last half of the 20th century.

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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. 6.1" Gibson Nez Navajo/Apache Sterling silver high grade turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Overall expected wear circa last quarter of the 20th century.

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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. 6.1" Orville Tsinnie Navajo 14k gold/Sterling silver Wild Horse jasper cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Overall expected wear circa last quarter of the 20th century. Solid 14k gold accent beads and bezel.Orville Tsinnie (1943-2017) was a Navajo artist and master silversmith who has been featured in the American Indian art world for over 25 years. He was born in Tuba City, Arizona in 1943 and lived and worked in Shiprock, New Mexico. Tsinnie learned jewelry making from his Hopi brother-in-law in the 1970s and has since won many awards, including a Lifetime Achievement award from the Indian Arts and Crafts Association.

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Large David Tune Navajo sterling silver cobblestone inlay bolo tie.   Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. Great bolo, 49" long with no issues. Weight shown is the entire bolo.

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Orville Tsinnie Navajo Large Vintage sterling silver stamped concho belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, weight and measurements in pictures. Fully functional. All items will likely have some age appropriate/expected wear, the older they are the more wear they should have. Circa last quarter of the 20th century.. Fits up to a 2" belt

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Darryl Dean Begay Navajo Tufa Cast sterling silver-Coral/Opal/turquoise/sugilite/lapis necklace. Selling the necklace shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century, 17.5" long. Signed as shown. New old stock condition, appears to have never been worn.Darryl Dean Begay is a renowned Navajo jeweler who has created his own niche in the Native American Art world using a variety of techniques, including the traditional Navajo tufa cast technique which dates back to the 1850s, the stone inlay technique, and the traditional Navajo silversmithing technique using chisels and file. Darryl’s jewelry designs are unique and rich in Navajo culture and set with the highest grade stones.Darryl first learned tufa casting from his uncle Bobby Begay in 1997. Darryl also learned from some of the best in the business. He creates one master piece at a time using only top grade materials. His knowledge of turquoise is superb as many collectors, friends, gallery owners and others have asked him to decipher or give his best guess of the type of turquoise found or used in their own collection. Lone Mountain turquoise is one of his favorite turquoise.Darryl loves being a jeweler and is very grateful to still be in the jewelry business since 1998. He has won numerous awards at the SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market, the Heard Museum Guild Fair & Market in Phoenix, AZ and at the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial in Gallup, NM. Darryl and his wife, Rebecca T. Begay, who he also works with and who is also an accomplished jeweler, won the prestigious Best of Show Award at the 2009 Santa Fe Indian Market for a concho belt titled, “Return of the Long Walk,” a tribute piece to the present-day Navajo people whose ancestors survived the Long Walk, some of which were the artists’ own relatives. This belt depicts each concho in human/figure forms rather than in the common circular or oval shapes, a style in which, mainly Darryl, has become known for. Darryl hopes to continue to create beautiful and unique pieces of jewelry for as long as he can or for as long as the Lord wills.Darryl has also passed on his tufa casting and jewelry-making knowledge by teaching others in his family who include his wife, Rebecca, his brother, Lee Begay, his cousin, Philander Begay and his youngest son, Robert W. Begay, all of whom are also talented artists. Darryl has also taught online and in-person classes to his followers on social media or any one interested in learning.

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23.5" Roy Vandever Navajo pearls sterling silver handmade hand stamped necklace. Selling the necklace shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century, 23.5" long. Signed as shown.

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23" Gibson Nez- Apache/Navajo pearl beaded necklace - lapis inlay sterling beads. Selling the necklace shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century, 22.75" long.Gibson Nez was a self-taught silversmith and is known nationwide for his intricate inlay technique and excellent craftsmanship. His work is featured in museums throughout the United States and he has become a popular designer for celebrities. He was born in Dulce, New Mexico and is Navajo and Apache. His work continues to be some of the finest produced in the 20th century. (Gibson Nez passed away in 2007)

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Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver, Brass, Sodalite, turquoise, coral necklace. Selling the necklace shown in good condition with measurements in pictures. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. 29.5" long

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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. 7" Orville Tsinnie Navajo sterling silver carinated chiseled cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Overall expected wear circa last quarter of the 20th century.Orville Tsinnie (1943-2017) was a Navajo artist and master silversmith who has been featured in the American Indian art world for over 25 years. He was born in Tuba City, Arizona in 1943 and lived and worked in Shiprock, New Mexico. Tsinnie learned jewelry making from his Hopi brother-in-law in the 1970s and has since won many awards, including a Lifetime Achievement award from the Indian Arts and Crafts Association.

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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. 7" Hyson Craig Navajo 14k/Sterling silver freeform cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold on solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Overall expected wear circa last quarter of the 20th century.

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Vintage Harry H Begay Navajo sterling silver ladies watch tips w/turquoise. Selling the watch tips shown with weight and measurements in pictures. Timex electric watch untested, I never looked at it and it's bagged up until it sells. I'm not sure if it's a battery or windup but if it's a quartz watch it'll need a battery.Harry H. Begay comes from the Navajo tribe, and has specialized in handmade Native American jewelry since the early 1970s. His silversmithing style is curated through ingot silver that has been mined from mountains and caves from across the country. The turquoise he uses is also the best in business, which results in a rich colored stone.The talented proceedings using ingot silver is endeavoring work; that specializes in melting the silver to a desired shape, to curate the designs, with the ending result of a heavy solidified piece of jewelry.Harry Begay is one of the prime silversmiths in our century, and Four Winds is well pleased having his workmanship in our store for all to enjoy.

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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. 6.4" Delbert Gordon Navajo sterling silver deep stamped/chiseled cuff bracelet Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century with some expected age appropriate wear. Born in 1955, Delbert Gordon is a self-taught silversmith. Navajo silversmith Delbert Gordon was originally from Houck, Arizona, and grew up in Tohatchi, New Mexico.Delbert began silversmithing in high school at the age of 17. He was inspired by his uncle, T.K. Whitman. Although he considers himself an artist first, he quickly realized he had a talent for silversmithing as well. He draws and fabricates his own designs, and has established his reputation as one of the best traditional style artists. He does beautiful stamp work in plain silver, and often incorporates stones into his designs.“After high school my brother in-law and I started to make jewelry. I didn’t know anything about it and had to teach myself everything.”“I had been selling jewelry for about 10 years when one of the local shops in town asked me to work for them. So they would give me the stones and silver and I would work at home and in the shop. I did this for over 20 years, never doing any other work. At the time I really was making a lot of good jewelry for the business and wanted to go out on my own to make more money. I wanted to establish my work and have more buyers.”Over the years, he has created some of the most beautiful traditional Navajo jewelry in existence. He specializes in Traditional Revival designs and always works with fine, natural turquoise. Delbert has been an active silversmith since 1975. He has been a great mentor to many younger silversmiths, including his nephew Derrick Gordon.If no maker is mentioned or mark shown in the pictures please assume this piece is unmarked which is to be expected with older Native American silver jewelry. If it‘s hallmarked and I‘m not familiar with the artist most of the time I will just mention the hallmark with no research/attribution as time is everything in our business. Thank you for looking.Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap. Almost all bracelets that don‘t have inlay work should be adjustable by at least .25", please refer to pictures for the gap size to see if it would work if slightly adjusted as the gap would change.

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Frank Yellowhorse Navajo heavy turquoise/multi-stone intarsia inlay bolo tie. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. 46" long. Frank Yellowhorse was an acclaimed Navajo artist known for his bold and colorful geometric inlay jewelry. Frank was born on February 14, 1933 in Holbrook, Arizona to parents Arthur and Anna Beasley. He was part of the Towering House People Clan. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War for four years.In addition to creating beautiful jewelry, Frank was the co-founder and operator of the famous Chief Yellowhorse Trading Post, which is located in Lupton, Arizona, on Interstate 40 at the New Mexico border. The Chief Yellowhorse Trading Post started in the 1950s as a roadside stand where the Yellowhorse family sold Navajo rugs and petrified wood to tourists passing by. In the 1960s, Frank and his brother Juan "Chief Yellowhorse" built out the trading post, which included jewelry, and added gas pumps for those adventuring on Route 66. Frank was a kind and generous man who enjoyed interacting with the wide variety of people he met at the trading post.Frank and his wife, Elsie had eight children. Two of their sons are talented and well-known jewelers, Alvin Yellowhorse and Bryon Yellowhorse. Frank taught Alvin and Bryon the art of silversmithing, and they both have excelled in advancing Frank’s legacy of inlay jewelry, each in their own unique way.Frank passed away on August 13, 2020 at the age of 87.

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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. 7.75" Vintage Navajo Tommy Singer large sterling silver cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century with some expected age appropriate wear. I know this shows 8", but it's a convex bracelet in the interior and she measured the inside of the convex, so it's more like 7.75". If no maker is mentioned or mark shown in the pictures please assume this piece is unmarked which is to be expected with older Native American silver jewelry. If it‘s hallmarked and I‘m not familiar with the artist most of the time I will just mention the hallmark with no research/attribution as time is everything in our business. Thank you for looking.Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap. Almost all bracelets that don‘t have inlay work should be adjustable by at least .25", please refer to pictures for the gap size to see if it would work if slightly adjusted as the gap would change.

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Vintage Richard Begay Navajo sterling silver, lapis, coral inlay belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver weight and measurements in pictures, Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt. Functional with age appropriate wear, no significant issues. Richard Begay was born and raised in Navajoland, Arizona. Throughout his art classes in school, he always wanted to create the perfect shape. His first career, however, took him into the Forest Industry. He soon realized that he wanted to follow the yearnings of his heart and create beautiful jewelry. He borrowed jewelry tools from his father-in-law and set to work, learning the demanding craft of silversmithing. Richard was immediately drawn to the intricate inlay work, for which he is known for. As he perfected his craft, Richard explored different techniques of inlaying. He was always searching for the best way, the most beautiful setting, the perfect harmony of material and craft. He also developed an eye for choosing the best stones for his inlay. Turquoise and coral are his favorite, but Richard used a wide variety of stones and shells, including malachite, spiny oyster, and pacific coral. Not limited to the usual in anything he did, he also inlaid opals, sugilite, lapis and other exotic stones into his award-winning pieces. The importance of harmony in his work was echoed in his silverwork, especially his pendants. In these pieces, he incorporated important symbols from his culture. Corn was a significant gift to the People by the Creator--it represents life to the Navajo. The Yei-Be-Che is the personal link between the Navajo gods and mortal man. The Bear, one of the four animals given to the first people, embodies power and wisdom. It was provided for protection and guidance, and to ward off evil. Richard also used the Steppe Design found in the wedding baskets and recreates special times, such as the social dances he goes to. Encircling it all is his extraordinary inlay, adding color and life. The beautiful things Richard looked for exist in his creations. Richard passed away in 2013.

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sz4 Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver peyote bird chip inlay turquoise ring. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected age appropriate wear, weight and measurements in pictures, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Any marks present will be shown in the pictures, if there are no marks shown in the pictures or it isn‘t attributed to a specific maker then please assume it is unmarked which is very common with older Native American silver jewelry.

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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. 7.5" Heavy Bruce Morgan Navajo 14k gold/sterling silver cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century with age appropriate wear.. 7.5" Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap. Very high quality, unknown/unresearched artist due to time limitations.

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Jim Harrison Navajo 14k gold Tufa Cast coral/turquoise/sugilite inlay reversible pendant. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold with weight and measurements in pictures. All stones, secure and intact with no apparent issues. Signed by Harrison Jim with an additional hallmark. I believe the Tufa casting was done by H Jim and possibly the inlay work done by another extremely skilled artist that I didn‘t attempt to identify. Harrison Jim is Navajo and a member of the Red House Clan. Born and raised in Gallup, New Mexico. Growing up, he was exposed to the traditional arts through his aunt and grandmother who often wore beautiful pieces and would also weave rugs at home. This early exposure sparked a strong interest in the arts for him. Harrison honed his skills by apprenticing under renowned jewelers such as John Hall, Tommy Jackson, and McKee Platero. These mentors not only taught him the technical aspects of jewelry making, but also instilled in him a deep respect for the traditional Navajo methods and materials. Harrison also pursued formal training through various workshops and classes to further refine his craft. Harrison has developed a unique style that sets his work apart from others in the industry. He blends traditional Navajo techniques with contemporary designs, resulting in pieces that are both modern and rooted in tradition. His attention to detail and use of high quality materials have earned him a loyal following among collectors and admirers alike. His designs are reflective of bright stars in the New Mexico nights and his geometric forms, of the landscape. With his sleek and contemporary shapes and designs, he manages to balance the flavor of tradition along with his stylized approach to Indian imagery. The colorful and innovative inlays in his jewelry are inspired by the natural gifts that Mother Earth and Father Sky provide to each and every one of us.

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1940‘s UITA6 Navajo Sterling silver hand stamped butterfly pin/brooch. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, Circa second quarter of the 20th century, "The United Indian Traders Association (UITA) was established on September 13, 1931 for the expressed purpose of authentication of Indian crafts. At the time, the UITA was an important player both in Indian cultural life and in advocating for the sale of authentic Indian arts and crafts." “UITA 6” was the numeric designation assigned to the historic and extremely remote Borrego Pass Trading Post, set in the high pinon-juniper studded hills about 50 miles south of Chaco Canyon in Northwestern New Mexico. The post first opened in 1927 and was named after the nearby Borrego Pass, an ancient water gap across the Continental Divide where Navajos used to drive their sheep. Borrego Pass Trading Post was operated by several highly influential prominent Indian traders over the next fifty-plus years, including Ben and Anna Harvey, Bill and Jean Cousins and Don and Fern Smouse. The Navajo know Borrego Pass in the Navajo language as “Tiish Bito” (Snake Spring) or “Dibe Yazhi Habitiin” meaning "Upward Path of the Lamb." Don Smouse was the chief Judge for silversmithing for the Navajo Nation for a time and dealt with the highest quality turquoise from around the world. The Trading Post was Borrego Pass Trading Post along the continental divide just south and west of Crownpoint, New Mexico. The Smouse's were old time traders and at one point were the oldest living traders in the USA and were on the national news during the 90's for still trading the old way. Don helped train the top artists in the trade and sold there jewelry from the trading Post. They had buyers come from the Middle East, Europe and Asia for the top quality product being produced. The stamp is the Smouse traders stamp.

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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. 6.25" Large Orville Tsinnie Navajo sterling silver modernist cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century with age appropriate wear.. Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap. Almost all bracelets that don‘t have inlay work should be adjustable by at least .25", please refer to pictures for the gap size to see if it would work if slightly adjusted as the gap would change. Very sturdy, not recommended for adjustment due to sturdiness.

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c1970 Tommy Singer Navajo vintage sterling silver thunderbird bolo tie. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. 38" long. Circa third quarter of the 20th century.

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Ike Wilson (1900-1942) Navajo First Phase style sterling silver concho belt Fits up to a 40" waist but obviously could be worn shorter. Tape measure shown in pics.. Weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. 8 Conchos and one buckle, circa second quarter of the 20th century, hallmarked as shown. 570 grams. Diné silversmith Ike Wilson worked for many years for the Kelsey Trading Company at Zuni. He did silverwork for many of the Zuni lapidary artists including Ida Vacit Poblano. He often collaborated with his wife, Katherine Wilson. Navajo Nation artist Ike Wilson (1900-1942) would sign his creations with his bow and arrow hallmark. There has been some confusion in the past about the hallmark of Ike Wilson (1901-1942). It seems that sometimes his work was attributed to Austin Wilson. Both men were born in the same year and in a similar area of the reservation and both men worked at times for trader C. G. Wallace and the Kelsey Trading Company. Ike Wilsons work is signed with a bow and arrow. After his death in 1942, his wife Katherine Wilson (1907-1985) continued to use his hallmark. The bow and arrow hallmark was initially attributed to Ikes contemporary, Austin Wilson, but the corrected attribution was published in Messier, 2014.

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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. 6.3" Vintage Roy Vandever Navajo sterling silver, turquoise, coral cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid ingot/sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century with age appropriate wear.. Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap. Hallmarked sterling hallmarks and no other markings.

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c1960‘s c-31 Harry Begay? Sterling silver turquoise cluster bolo tie fancy tips. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. 43" long. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Harry Begay‘s later hallmark has a different type of arrow facing the other direction. And the info I find shows him active since the early 70‘s, but c-31 bolo clips are typically thought to have been phased out prior to 1970. This is a well made bolo, could easily be an early work by Harry Begay from the late 60‘s if he was active then. Or he could have donated some early clips. Harry H. Begay comes from the Navajo tribe, and has specialized in handmade Native American jewelry since the early 1970s. His silversmithing style is curated through ingot silver that has been mined from mountains and caves from across the country. The turquoise he uses is also the best in business, which results in a rich colored stone. The talented proceedings using ingot silver is endeavoring work; that specializes in melting the silver to a desired shape, to curate the designs, with the ending result of a heavy solidified piece of jewelry. Harry Begay is one of the prime silversmiths in our century.

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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. 6.1" Esther Wood Navajo sterling silver high grade turquoiise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century with age appropriate wear.. Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap. Esther Wood is a celebrated Navajo (Diné) silversmith and jeweler known for her exceptional craftsmanship and detailed work with sterling silver, turquoise, and other stones. Her pieces are sought after by collectors and have been featured in major art collections, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum

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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. Jefferson Brown Navajo 14k gold accented sterling silver lapis cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold beads, the rest sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Bracelets are shown in the photos with a tape measure inside the bracelet, other photos will typically show the gap size. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap.

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35" Albert Platero Navajo sterling silver hand stamped vintage concho belt. Fits up to a 35" waist with existing holes, but can be hooked shorter or a few holes could be added later. Tape measure shown in pics.. Weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. 1 buckle and 10 conchos, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Navajo silversmith Albert Platero was born on the Navajo reservation in To‘hajiilee, New Mexico, thirty miles west Of Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has been creating outstanding classic silver work since the rise of its popularity in the 1970‘s. "Platero" means "silversmith" in Spanish, so it perhaps makes sense that the Platero family has so many talented silver smiths in it. Albert is the uncle of Vincent Platero, another outstanding silversmith.

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1949 Kenneth Begay Navajo sterling silver olla flower holder vase brooch/pin. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, circa mid 20th century. Dated 1949. Kenneth Begay (1913-1977) was called the “father of modern Navajo jewelry” for his clean, bold, modern designs. But he also exemplifies the long history and continuity of Navajo jewelry-making: Begay studied under Fred Peshlakai, who had been taught by his father, Slender Maker of Silver, who was trained by Atsidi Chon, one of the earliest Navajo silversmiths. Begay in turn taught many others including his son, Harvey, now a renowned jeweler. Though deeply rooted in traditional jewelry-making techniques, Begay’s work was so innovative that it was rejected from a 1949 exhibition of Native art as too radical. Although he used and taught the old techniques, Begay explained near the end of his life, “I like to create something new and still use the old Navajo design style.”

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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. 6.75" Orville Tsinnie Navajo sterling silver stamped domed cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.75" wrist. It is very simple to adjust most cuff bracelets at least .25", sometimes more depending on the gap size and and gap size required by you. Please see pictures for gap size and other measurements. Orville Tsinnie (1943-2017) was a Navajo artist and master silversmith who has been featured in the American Indian art world for over 25 years. He was born in Tuba City, Arizona in 1943 and lived and worked in Shiprock, New Mexico. Tsinnie learned jewelry making from his Hopi brother-in-law in the 1970s and has since won many awards, including a Lifetime Achievement award from the Indian Arts and Crafts Association.

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Alfred Joe Navajo Sterling silver lapis beaded necklace shadowbox/overlay design. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. 16.5" long. Award-winning, Navajo jeweler Alfred Joe was born in Winslow, Arizona to Rose Ann and Robert Joe. Alfred learned silversmithing from his uncle Colbert Joe, at a young age. He also went on to attend college at Northern Arizona University, in Flagstaff. In 1972, Alfred Joe was making some of the finest chip inlay jewelry available at the time. His uncle Colbert Joe encouraged him to pursue more traditional designs. During the 1970s, he worked in his family’s silver shop in Winslow, Arizona, called “Little Squash” (which is the family’s nickname for the oldest son). When silver prices skyrocketed, the shop had to close, and this allowed Alfred to concentrate more on his jewelry making. Alfred Joe is known for his graceful, traditional designs, with a contemporary edge. He uses shadowbox techniques as well as stamping and overlay. Gem grade turquoise stones from mines such as, Carico Lake, Lander, Bisbee, Morenci and more, are used in his pieces, in addition to Mediterranean red corral and Lapis. A technique used in creating his signature rug bracelets is a silver dust overlay process that provides a level of contrast and texture to the pieces. Working in both silver and gold, his two-sided pendants are highly prized for their magnificent, gem-quality stones and elegant craftsmanship. Since 1972, Alfred Joe has won every major award bestowed in his field. Some of these include: Best in Show, Eight Northern Indian Arts & Crafts Show Best in Show, Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial First place, Santa Fe Indian Market, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2000, and 2001. Artist of the Year, IACA, 2001 and 2009 Alfred Joe taught his son Bryan, and his grandson Derrick Joe, as well as his brother Larry Joe, the skills for jewelry making. Alfred currently lives in Winslow, AZ, where he produces jewelry every day.

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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. 6.75" Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver geometric rug pattern cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.75" wrist without adjustment, though .25" or more of careful adjustment is typically very simple. Any adjustment will change the gap size of course which is shown in the pictures.

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sz7 Richard Tsosie Navajo coral,turquoise, sterling silver bear form ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the last quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.   I belive this is meant to wear as sort of a two finger ring with the cobblestone inlay pointing up.

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Allison Snowhawk Lee Navajo sterling silver 3/4" ranger belt buckle set on 30". Vintage set with some expected wear but no significant issues. Fits up to 3/4" ranger belt. Ranger belts are wider and taper down at the buckle/keepers/tip. Selling the buckle set shown, giving the belt for free. Allison "Snowhawk" Lee (1958 - 2022) was an award-winning Navajo artist from Mexican Springs, New Mexico. He was the third oldest of eight (four brothers and three sisters). Allison lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico with his three sons, Wyatt, Kyle and Trent. He enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping with his family. When there was a boom in Native American jewelry in the early seventies, Allison’s mother and uncle started making Squash Blossoms. At the young age of 14, Allison was asked by his mother to make a silver ring with a turquoise stone. He made the ring well and so began his interest in jewelry making. Allison graduated from Tohatchi High School, during the summers he worked at various silver shops in the Gallup area, where he perfected the methods of silversmithing from the top silversmiths in the shops. Allison began competing in juried art shows back in 1988 and continued this tradition of competition throughout his life. He received many top awards, such as: Best of Division at the Santa Fe Indian Market, the George C. West Memorial Award for Excellence in Silver Jewelry which he won three years in a row. Allison was asked to join in on making a piece for the millennium sampler concha belt along with twelve renowned Indian Market jewelers. He was very honored to be chosen to participate in this collaboration. The proceeds of this auction benefited the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA). Allison was a highly skilled and respected silversmith, loved throughout the field of Native American jewelry. Sadly, Allison passed away in June of 2022. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy lives on in his sons‘ beautiful jewelry.

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sz7 Vintage Orville Tsinnie Navajo sterling silver turquoise branch coral ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Orville Tsinnie: A Luminary in Navajo Artistry In the early 1970s, Orville Tsinnie, a distinguished Navajo artist, embarked on a journey of artistic discovery under the tutelage of his Hopi brother-in-law. This marked the genesis of a career that would see him garner numerous accolades, including the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from the Indian Arts and Crafts Association. This honor is reserved exclusively for the crème de la crème of American Indian artists, underscoring Tsinnie‘s exceptional talent. Orville Tsinnie (1943-2017) signs his work with "Orville Tsinnie, New Mexico" along with two stamps of Shiprock. Tsinnie‘s work was a testament to his superior craftsmanship. While he was adept at creating traditional jewelry, his true genius lay in his ability to conceive and execute innovative designs. His meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to precision were the hallmarks of his work, resulting in pieces that were unmistakably his own. Operating from his studio in Shiprock, New Mexico, Tsinnie was a stalwart presence at Santa Fe‘s annual Indian Market. His participation in this yearly event further cemented his status as a luminary in the realm of Navajo artistry. His legacy continues to inspire and influence the world of indigenous art.

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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. 7" Kirk Smith Navajo heavy stamped sterling silver stacker cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" wrist. HIS LIFE: Kirk Smith first began working with silver at around age 7 in his grandfather’s hidden workshop, that according to Smith’s interview with Perry Null Trading, “you would not see it unless you knew it was there”. His grandfather also made jewelry and Kirk used to aid him by first learning to run the bellow to heat the charcoal that would allow his grandfather to work with the silver at high temperatures, and then eventually began to work with beads and bracelets and necklaces himself. He later used these primitive skills to craft jewelry for his uncle, who would exchange clothes and shoes for his pieces. In 1972, Kirk struck out on his own, primarily working in silver cast work, until the price of silver went up in 1974 and he went to work doing different things like working in the mine or a refinery in Galveston. He returned to jewelry making in the early 1980s when his mother got sick and he desired to be nearer to her. That’s when his craft took a turn. HIS MENTORS: Of course, his grandfather was his earliest influence, and perhaps the most profound on Kirk as a person, but when it comes to his craftsmanship, the game-changer for him was his brother-in-law. Kirk’s sister was married to an artisan named Harry Morgan, a well-known name in the world of Native American jewelry. Harry was known for his intricate stamp work and the way he would style his silver to give it an antique look, believing that overly polished silver hid the detailing and the beauty of a piece. It was Harry who really taught Kirk about design and style in terms of his craft. HIS CRAFT: Kirk is probably best known for his concho belts, like the one we found in Audrey’s closet, that we thought was too beautiful not to share with y’all after being tucked away for too long. He was known for his unrelenting insistence on working his silver by hand, resulting in beautiful pieces of heavy silver and high-grade stones. In addition to concho belts, Kirk crafted gorgeous statement cuff bracelets with turquoise and red coral and some of the most striking blue lapis you’ve ever seen, as well as some rings, pendants, earrings, and even a few squash blossoms. As we mentioned, his work is highly collectible, not only because of its stunning beauty, but because sadly, there won’t be any more made; Kirk was tragically killed in 2012. HIS DEATH: On September 17, 2012, Kirk was in an altercation in a parking lot with a young man whose truck had struck Kirk’s vehicle as the man was attempting to back into a parking spot. When the driver, who was intoxicated, tried to flee the scene, Kirk jumped onto the hood of the man’s truck. When he was eventually unable to maintain his grip, Kirk was flung from the moving vehicle and suffered injuries which resulted in his death in an Albuquerque hospital a little while later. The driver did succeed in fleeing the scene, but eventually collided with another truck and a barrier on Interstate 25 and was apprehended after a violent struggle with police; he was found to have had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.16, twice the legal limit. Incredibly, the driver, who was 16 at the time, was only sentenced to 90 days in a treatment center and two years probation. As you might imagine, Kirk’s surviving family does not feel that justice was done in the wake of his death, but they are carrying on his legacy in a positive way despite the circumstances.

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sz5 Anthony Sanchez Navajo 14k gold modernist freeform turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold. Nice ring from the last quarter of the 20th century. No apparent issues. Weight and measurements in pictures.

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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. 7" Delbert Delgarito Navajo 14k gold/Sterling silver turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century to early 21st century. Nice sturdy cuff bracelet with solid 14k gold bars down the center inlaid in solid sterling silver.

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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. 7.2" Big Harrison Jim Navajo sterling silver Kingman turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century, high grade natural American turquoise. This bracelet is a prime example of his earlier work. Harrison Jim is Navajo and a member of the Red House Clan. Born and raised in Gallup, New Mexico. Growing up, he was exposed to the traditional arts through his aunt and grandmother who often wore beautiful pieces and would also weave rugs at home. This early exposure sparked a strong interest in the arts for him. Harrison honed his skills by apprenticing under renowned jewelers such as John Hall, Tommy Jackson, and McKee Platero. These mentors not only taught him the technical aspects of jewelry making, but also instilled in him a deep respect for the traditional Navajo methods and materials. Harrison also pursued formal training through various workshops and classes to further refine his craft. Harrison has developed a unique style that sets his work apart from others in the industry. He blends traditional Navajo techniques with contemporary designs, resulting in pieces that are both modern and rooted in tradition. His attention to detail and use of high quality materials have earned him a loyal following among collectors and admirers alike. His designs are reflective of bright stars in the New Mexico nights and his geometric forms, of the landscape. With his sleek and contemporary shapes and designs, he manages to balance the flavor of tradition along with his stylized approach to Indian imagery. The colorful and innovative inlays in his jewelry are inspired by the natural gifts that Mother Earth and Father Sky provide to each and every one of us.

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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. 7.2" Jerry Roan Navajo Big Vintage sterling silver turquoise/coral cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Jerry Roan (1919-1977) Navajo tribal native Jerry Roan (1919-1977) had a productive life as a silversmith and jewelry maker. He began actively working at silversmithing around 1968. In 1969, a year after he began smithing, he on a 1st Award at the Navajo Tribal Fair in Arizona. Roan was included in the 2002 exhibit “Jewels of the Southwest” at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Santa Fe. His work is included in the collections of the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, Washington, and the Yellowhorse Museum in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

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Herman Vandever Navajo 14k gold coral/sugilte beaded necklace/pendant. Circa last quarter of the 20th century with no apparent issues. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold (pendant and all hardware/findings on necklace) with weight and measurements in pictures. 22" long necklace Herman Vandever (1964- ) Diné – Navajo Nation. He belongs to a family of well-known silversmiths and it seems only natural that he would follow in their footsteps. He turns traditional methods into contemporary styles with fine, natural stones, coral and even sea shell. He often makes his own ingot silver jewelry by melting his silver to roll it out into handmade sheet silver.

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Richard Tsosie Navajo high grade spiderweb turquoise sterling silver pendant. Circa last quarter of the 20th century, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. No apparent issues. 18" long. Very high grade natural American turquoise likely from a Nevada mine. #8, Lone Mountain, Indian Mountain, one of those. Richard Tsosie jewelry is featured in books, magazines and museums; including the permanent collections of The Museum of Man in San Diego, The Smithsonian, The Heard Museum, and The Museum of Northern Arizona. Richard Tsosie and his brother Boyd came to public attention when they were featured in the August 1979 Jewelry Collectors Issue of Arizona Highways Magazine. Richard is a Navajo jeweler and sculptor from Flagstaff, AZ and the Wide Ruins area of the Navajo Nation. He is currently living in Scottsdale, AZ. His work has been featured in American Indian Art Magazine, Arizona Highways Magazine, the video “Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Indian Art and Its Evolution”, as well as several books including, Southwestern Indian Jewelry by Dexter Cirillo and Enduring Traditions, Art of the Navajo by Jerry Jacka. Richard’s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums from New York to California. He explains that his designs represent the beauty of life. The arrows are things that come natural like the lightening in the sky. There are ups and downs in life as there are in his designs, and that is what makes you strong.

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Vintage Tommy Singer Sterling silver chip inlay bowtie/Butterfly pin/brooch. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, circa third quarter of the 20th century.

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sz10.5 Albert Jake Navajo 14k gold high grade Carico Lake Nevada turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid 14k gold with weight and measurements in pictures. Nice ring from the last quarter of the 20th century. Clean with no issues. Albert Jake is a distinguished Navajo silversmith. He was born at Zuni Pueblo in 1959 and has made his home in the beautiful village of Ramah, New Mexico for over 50 years. Albert’s parents taught him the many steps to fine Navajo silverwork, which includes both cluster jewelry as well as beautiful stones in classic Navajo settings. He has been professionally making beautiful traditional jewelry since 1987. Albert is renowned for the precise detail and execution of his work, including intricate stamping and applique/ He is also known for the fine natural stones which he always employs in his pieces. Albert is a multi-talented artist, as he is also a sandpainter and potter. During the summers, he works as a forest firefighter. He signs his pieces A. Jake.

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sz10.75 David Tune Navajo Large sterling silver coral/turquoise/lapis ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the last quarter of the 20th century. No apparent issues. Adjustable.

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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. 6.5" Walter Vandever Navajo sterling silver Carico Lake turquoise cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Walter is the brother of deceased Navajo silversmith Wil Vandever.

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Carol Kee Navajo sterling silver Mickey Mouse channel inlay belt buckle zunitoon. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, fits up to a 1.5" wide belt. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Carol Kee was a Navajo artist mostly active during the 1970‘s, famous for her character jewelry. She didn‘t make a lot of buckles. A Yosemite Sam belt buckle by her brought $3150 on Mar 12, 2015 at Garth‘s Auction.

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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. 6.75" Herman Vandever Navajo sterling silver wide band stamped cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or significant wear, circa last quarter of the 20th century.

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Vintage Esther Wood Navajo sterling silver high grade turquoise bolo tie. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. 38" long with no issues. Tray is tared out, so weight shown is just the bolo of course. Marked as shown in the pics.

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Ike Wilson (1900-1942) Navajo large sterling silver dangly hand stamped earrings. Great earrings with no issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, any marks detected, weight, and measurements will be shown in the pictures. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Diné silversmith Ike Wilson worked for many years for the Kelsey Trading Company at Zuni. He did silverwork for many of the Zuni lapidary artists including Ida Vacit Poblano. He often collaborated with his wife, Katherine Wilson. Navajo Nation artist Ike Wilson (1900-1942) would sign his creations with his bow and arrow hallmark. There has been some confusion in the past about the hallmark of Ike Wilson (1901-1942). It seems that sometimes his work was attributed to Austin Wilson. Both men were born in the same year and in a similar area of the reservation and both men worked at times for trader C. G. Wallace and the Kelsey Trading Company. Ike Wilsons work is signed with a bow and arrow. After his death in 1942, his wife Katherine Wilson (1907-1985) continued to use his hallmark. The bow and arrow hallmark was initially attributed to Ikes contemporary, Austin Wilson, but the corrected attribution was published in Messier, 2014.

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sz11.5 Large Vintage Jerry Roan Navajo sterling silver, turquoise/coral ring Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. size 11.5 ring Jerry Roan (1919-1977) Navajo tribal native Jerry Roan (1919-1977) had a productive life as a silversmith and jewelry maker. He began actively working at silversmithing around 1968. In 1969, a year after he began smithing, he on a 1st Award at the Navajo Tribal Fair in Arizona. Roan was included in the 2002 exhibit “Jewels of the Southwest” at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Santa Fe. His work is included in the collections of the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, Washington, and the Yellowhorse Museum in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

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Everett & Mary Teller Navajo sterling silver reversible turquoise pendant. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, circa last quarter of the 20th century. These self-taught silversmiths have been making jewelry for over 40 years. Everett and Mary Teller’s work is made of sterling silver and 14k gold with simple Navajo overlay designs. They incorporate the storm pattern designs on many of their jewelry pieces. They carefully design their pieces and select the stones using a wide variety of natural stones -Turquoise, Lapis, Oyster Shell, Coral, Onyx and more. They show their work in galleries as well as prestigious art shows such as The Heard Museum and Santa Fe Indian Markets. The workmanship is impeccable - you can always depend upon quality when you purchase a piece of Everett & Mary Teller jewelry.

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70‘s-80‘s Tommy Singer Navajo sterling silver turquoise bolo tie overlay style. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. Great bolo, 38" long with no issues. Tray is tared out, so weight shown is just the bolo of course.

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c1950‘s Roy Vandever Navajo sterling silver, turquoise, coral bolo tie Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. Great bolo, 39" long with no issues. Tray is tared out, so weight shown is just the bolo of course. Roy Vandever, Diné, Navajo Nation, active ca 1950s-2009: silver stampwork, shadowbox, chip inlay jewelry. Roy Vandever was the son of Walter Vandever and Emma Vandever; uncle of Esther Vandever Wood; husband of Donna Vandever; father of Cassandra Xalladitto, Cindy Howe, Verna Kee, Sheila Vandever, Sherwood Vandever, and Jerome Vandever.

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Huge 1970s Jerry Roan reversible spinner coral/turquoise sterling silver pendant. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, circa third quarter of the 20th century. 60‘s to early 70‘s. Jerry Roan (1919-1977) Navajo tribal native Jerry Roan (1919-1977) had a productive life as a silversmith and jewelry maker. He began actively working at silversmithing around 1968. In 1969, a year after he began smithing, he on a 1st Award at the Navajo Tribal Fair in Arizona. Roan was included in the 2002 exhibit “Jewels of the Southwest” at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Santa Fe. His work is included in the collections of the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, Washington, and the Yellowhorse Museum in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

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Vintage 1940‘s UITA-26 Navajo sterling silver turquoise screw back earrings. Great earrings with no issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver, marks, weight, and measurements will be shown in the pictures. Circa second quarter of the 20th century, In 1931, a group of trading post owners and operators founded the United Indian Traders Association (UITA), a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the authenticity of Native American arts and crafts. B.I. Staples was named the first president of the association. The first offices were at the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Association hogan on Santa Fe Plaza in Gallup, New Mexico. The UITA‘s stated goals were: 1) to promote improved business practices among Indian traders, arts and crafts dealers, Indians, and all related agencies; 2) to promote, encourage, and protect the manufacture and sale of genuine Indian handmade arts and crafts; and 3) to promote the general welfare of those engaged in the business of Indian trading, as well as the welfare of the Navajo Indians and all other Indians of North America. The UITA addressed issues of importance to traders primarily on the Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni reservations. One major concern was whether imitation Native American arts and crafts should be allowed to be sold anywhere on the reservations. Along with lease negotiations with the tribal governments came the issue of whether a trader could dig a private well on the trading post lease site. Taxation was also a major topic. Should traders pay property tax on the reservation to the county or state government? The intersection of tribal, county, state, and national governments on the reservations complicated these questions, and the UITA could and did employ lawyers to help settle the questions.

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sz8 Harry Morgan Navajo sterling silver long ring w/ nice turquoiser. Great looking ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with no issues unless some are already stated previously in the description. Some expected wear. Size 8 ring Harry Morgan is known for his classic revival style jewelry with its smooth, soft, antique finishes and classic design. He is a fifth-generation silversmith. Born and raised on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, Harry Morgan began casting jewelry at age seven. His mother Louise inspired him to make jewelry in the old style. The Navajo Tribe offered him a four-year scholarship in engineering, but being a rodeo cowboy was his dream, at the time. He ultimately returned to his passion for silversmithing, and became a silversmith in 1965. He spent most of his life in the Gallup, NM area, and at one point opened a jewelry supply store in Crownpoint, NM. He also operated a smithing studio, and employed many smiths who would also emulate the classic revival style. One of those employed was well-known silversmith Kirk Smith. Many of Harry Morgans stamps were inherited from his parents and uncle, or made by him. Harry Morgan was married to Navajo silversmith Betty Joe, and is the nephew of accomplished silversmiths Charlie Bitsue and Ike Wilson. Brother Henry Morgan is known for his exceptional sandcast pieces. Linda Marble, his sister, was also known for her sandcast pieces. She passed away in 2004. Of his five children, three have taken up silversmithing. Harry Morgan won awards at every major Indian art show, and had an exhibit of his creations at the Heard Museum in 2007, a year before he passed way.

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