LB Southwestern sterling silver 24k gold accents cross pendant/necklace. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, fairly modern.

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7" Vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise graduated row cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" 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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Large Tom Lewis Navajo sterling silver Royston Turquoise pendant. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. No issues, fairly modern.

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6.2" Tahe vintage Navajo sterling silver gold filled twisted wire 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 6.2" 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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Vintage P.O. Taos Pueblo deep stamped sterling silver concho belt 31. Fits up to a 31" waist, 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 13 conchos, 14 total. third quarter of 20th century on more recent leather.

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6.5" Vintage Navajo sterling silver twisted wire wide band cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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. Unmarked.

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35.5" Vintage Zuni sterling silver, turquoise, coral link concho belt. Fits up to a 35.5" waist, but can be hooked shorter.. Tape measure shown in pics.. Weight and measurements in pictures. 4 stones with old fractures, secure in bezels, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Hallmarked as shown, illegible to me but I didn‘t really have time to puzzle over it.

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Big Vintage Ornate Southwestern sterling silver cross pendant with turquoise. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Unknows artist, possibly Native American made.

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Vintage Juan G Native American sterling silver Nevada turquoise bolo tie. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. 36" long with no damage. Signed as shown on the back under the clip. Appears to be Juan G. Most likely Native American made. Possibly Juan Pedro Garcia.

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Willie Yazzie Sr, Navajo vintage sterling silver bear paw belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt. After the success of the overlay designs made at the Hopi Guild many other silversmiths and shops incorporated overlay in their designs (see Overlay is Not Always Hopi Made). Navajo trader Dean Kirk opened his own trading post at Manuelito, New Mexico (between Gallup and the Arizona border) by January 1941. The silver work made in Dean’s shop was typically Navajo tourist type designs and hallmarked UITA22 (under the auspices of the United Indian Traders Association) until about 1951. That’s when Kirk designed a series of overlay pins to be made by Navajo smiths in his employ incorporating Hohokam and Mimbres designs. These designs proved to be very popular, as a 1958 newspaper advertisement for Enchanted Mesa in Albuquerque promoted “Dean Kirk’s Navajo Overlay Silver”. The overlay pieces made at Kirk’s shop were rarely hallmarked.However, one of the Navajo silversmiths who worked for Dean Kirk was Willie Yazzie, he made his own hallmark and used it on pieces he made in Kirk’s shop.Much of the following information was relayed to Alan Ferg (archivist and archaeologist at Arizona State Museum) by William P. (Willie) Yazzie, Jr, in February 2018. Ferg’s investigation of an overlay belt buckle in his possession, lacking a hallmark, has led to previously unrecorded information about Willie Yazzie, as well as the identification of an additional hallmark used by the artist.Willie Yazzie made the overlay bolo at Dean Kirk’s shop, it includes a deer and stylized Hopi designs; a small piece of turquoise is inlaid flush in the deer’s body. His Navajo wedding basket pin incorporates a small piece of copper to symbolize the red band in traditional wedding baskets. Willie Yazzie made the overlay bolo at Dean Kirk’s shop, it includes a deer and stylized Hopi designs; a small piece of turquoise is inlaid flush in the deer’s body. His Navajo wedding basket pin incorporates a small piece of copper to symbolize the red band in traditional wedding baskets.According to Social Security records, Willie A. Yazzie was born at Chinle, Arizona in 1928. His son says he learned silverwork at Dean Kirk’s trading post in Manuelito in the early 1950s, and created his touchmark (or hallmark) no later than 1960, and after that time his pieces made at Dean Kirk’s would have included his gourd dipper hallmark. His designs often incorporated animal figures such as roadrunners or Navajo designs including Yeis and Father Sky. He never added “tamp work,” or a textured pattern to the background designs.In 1960 Ansel Hall, concessionaire at Mesa Verde National Park, was looking for a silversmith to demonstrate at the park during the summers months, Dean Kirk recommended Willie Yazzie and he was hired by Hall. Willie worked at Mesa Verde in the summers from 1960 to 1983, except for 1965 when he was sick. Yazzie created a special hallmark to denote pieces he made at Mesa Verde. The mark depicts Square Tower House, a ruin within the park, and was included with his gourd dipper mark during the summers of 1960-1964 and 1966-1983.

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Vintage Navajo Tufa Cast sterling silver belt buckle-large turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1" belt.

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8" Tom Yazzie Navajo Vintage Azurite Huge sterling silver heavy 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 8" 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. This bracelet could easily be taken down to a 7.75" or so, I would be happy to do it before shipping.

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Vintage Navajo sterling silver heartline bear belt buckle 1.5" Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt.

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8.25" Wayne Cheama Zuni sterling silver snake cuff bracelet turquoise cluster. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 8.25" 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. This bracelet could easily be taken down to a 7.5" or so, I would be happy to do it before shipping.

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Retro Southwestern sterling silver golfing Kokopelli bolo tie. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver slide and tips. Weight and measurements in pictures. 38" long with no damage.

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Vintage ML Navajo sterling silver turquoise, branch coral belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt. Unknown/Unresearched artist.

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Wilson Padilla Navajo sterling silver turquoise vintage 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.

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Big Vintage EG Southwestern sterling silver cross pendant with turquoise. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Unknows artist.

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Vintage Southwestern Hopi overlay Style sterling silver 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. Unknown artist, unsure if it‘s Native American made.

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Julia Etsitty Navajo Sterling silver/gold filled turquoise/coral 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.

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6.4" Mike Simplicio Zuni Morenci spiderweb turquoise sterling silver cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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. Very gorgeous high grade turquoise, could be from multiple mines. Mike Simplicio (1937 - 1976; Zuni). Active 1950s - 1970s. Nugget work; appliqué. The late Mike Simplicio shared marks with his wife Sarah Simplicio. Son of Dan Simplicio.

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6.5" Phil Tso Navajo sterling silver high grade turquoise huge cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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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Vintage FS Navajo sterling silver turquoise/coral Racoon claw belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 2" belt.

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Vintage small Navajo sterling silver turquoise/coral Racoon claw belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt.

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Vintage George Philips Hopi Overlay "End of Trail" sterling silver belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1" belt.

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7" Rick Booth Tlingit sterling silver hand carved eagle cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" 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. Very sturdy for this type of work. Fantastic bracelet, signed by artist in the interior with other info shown, apparently custom made possibly as a gift.

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Vintage B Navajo sterling silver turquoise/coral Racoon claw belt buckle Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.25" belt.

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8 1/8" Elthe Navajo vintage sterling silver roadrunner overlay cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 8 1/8" 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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7" Gene Pooyouma Hopi Overlay water/wave sterling silver cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" 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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6.5" Vintage Zuni sterling silver channel inlay hand stamped cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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. Illegibly marked.

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Vintage Toadlena Navajo sterling silver turquoise/coral Racoon claw belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.75" belt.

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6.5" Vintage Navajo sterling silver freeform turquoise modernist cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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. No apparent markings.

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7" Vintage Navajo sterling silver cuff bracelet with turquoise dollar coin. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" 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. This was once a watch cuff with the coin later put where the watch would go.

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Sylvia Nuguematz Navajo for Chimney Butte Sterling silver Royston turquoise belt buckle Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.25" belt.

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Fritson Toledo Navajo Petrified Wood Agate/jasper sterling silver belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt.

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Manuel & Karen Hoyungowa Hopi vintage sterling silver pipe smoker 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.

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Vintage Navajo/southwestern sterling silver pendant collection lot turquoise. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Selling the 5 pendants shown.

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Vintage Navajo Sterling silver spiderweb turquoise channel inlay belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.25" belt.

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Bea Tom Navajo sterling silver, turquoise, coral, amethyst stone belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.5" belt.

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Vintage Navajo Overlay geometric belt buckle sterling silver Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1 1/8" belt. Illegibly marked on back, likely a previous owner.

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Larry Martinez Chavez/Elgin Tom Navajo sterling silver boulder turquoise necklace. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. 17.5" long.

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Vintage Navajo DC Thomas hand stamped sterling silver 1.25" belt buckle Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa fourth quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.25" belt.

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Archie Ganadonegro Navajo sterling silver Royston turquoise spiny oyster pendant with beaded necklace. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. 18" long.

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Vintage Taxco Mexican modernist sterling silver skin/hide style belt buckle. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pictures, circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits a 1.25" belt.

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sz10.5 Jim Harrison Navajo sterling silver intarsia inlay turquoise/coral 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. Jimmy Harrison is an authentic Native American Indian. He is a member of the Red House Clan. He was born into the Navajo Reservation in 1952. Jim began his professional career as a jewelry craftsman in 1981. He was taught all the fundamentals of working with silver at the age of 16 when he enrolled in a silversmithing class in high school. He credits Preston Monongye and Jessie Monongya for his success as a fine jewelry artisan. They shared their techniques with him and opened up his mind to his own designs. His designs are reflective of the bright stars of the New Mexico nights and the geometric forms of the landscape. They all play a part in his finely detailed inlay jewelry. With sleek and contemporary shapes and designs, he manages to balance the flavor of tradition with his stylized approach to Indian imagery. It is believed that Preston, Jesse, and Jim were among the first jewelers to work extensively with inlay of multicolored stones and shells with silver. His designs continue to change and they include Hopi and Navajo Sunfaces, and the Yei- bei-chei. He experiments with landscapes and galaxies. On occasion, Jim adds a rug design as a border to his beautiful designs. The work of Jimmy Harrison is very distinctive and easily recognizable. He works primarily with sterling silver and authentic multi-colored inlayed stones such as, coral, turquoise, lapis, sugalite, mother of pearl stones, and other various materials. His 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. His creations include rings, necklaces, bolos, bracelets, earrings, and concho belts. He stamps his jewelry as, Jimmy Harrison.

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6" Vintage Navajo sterling silver spiderweb turquoise single stone cuff bracelett. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6" 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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sz5.5 Large green turquoise 30‘s-40‘s vintage Navajo sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the second quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Unmarked

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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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6.5" Herman Smith Navajo sterling silver spiderweb turquoise inlay 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 6.5" wrist. Herman Smith Herman Smith comes from a family of silversmiths. At the age of 13 he learned the art of making jewelry from his mother Mary C. Yazzie. He is the cousin of Terry and Calvin Martinez. Herman’s work is mostly traditional revival style and he is known for ingot style bracelets with deep stamp work in the tradition of the old master silversmiths of the Navajo Nation. He always uses heavy gauge sterling silver that is carefully oxidized to create an older traditional look. Herman uses fine turquoise, coral and lapis in his traditional designs. Recently, he has been creating more contemporary designs, with channel inlay, as well.

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6.9" Vintage Navajo 3 stone turquoise sterling silver cuff bracelet TM WI. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.9" 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. Hallmarked what appears to be TM or WI, unresearched due to time limitations.

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sz2 c1930‘s Navajo small ingot silver turquoise ring sterling. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the last quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz7 Benny Chapo Navajo vintage Morenci pyrite turquoise sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the second quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz6 50‘s-60‘s Vintage Navajo Royston turquoise sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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6.9" c1930‘s Navajo carinated sterling silver turquoise row cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" 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. Old fracture to one stone, secure in bezel.

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sz7 vintage Navajo sterling silver 2 stone ring with gorgeous turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the mid 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Unmarked

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sz7 Vintage Zuni Alice Leekya Homer sterling silver turquoise inlay band ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Stones secure with old fissures/fractures. Zuni artist Alice Leekya Homer, active mid to late 20th century. The stones are slightly raised channel inlay, with what is called a fish scale design. Alice and family were well-known for this style of inlay. Alice was the daughter of Leekya Deyuse. The workmanship is perfect on this piece and the wonderful color changes of the turquoise from age in is beautiful!

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6.5" 30‘s-40‘s Navajo Cerrillos turquoise sterling silver 3 stone cuff bracelet. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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. 2 side stones secure with old fractures.

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sz9 Gary G Navajo adjustable sterling silver spiny oyster cross 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.

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6.5" Harrison Bitsui Navajo sterling silver cast cuff bracelet with turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 6.5" 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. Harrison Bitsui is a Navajo silversmith who specializes in traditional sandcast jewelry. He comes from a family of artists and began learning the craft from his grandfather, Charlie Bitsui, a respected silversmith in his own right. Harrison made his first pieces—rings and naja pendants—when he was just a child, and he’s been working in silver ever since. He works primarily with the sandcasting method, a traditional Navajo technique where molten silver is poured into hand-carved tufa stone molds. This process gives each piece a unique texture and form. His jewelry often features bold, symmetrical designs and is frequently set with turquoise or other natural stones. Harrison’s jewelry reflects a commitment to quality and tradition. Every piece is handmade using time-honored techniques, and his designs stay true to classic Navajo forms while incorporating his own style. His sandcast work is known for its clean lines, strong forms, and reliable craftsmanship. 2 products

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sz6.25 Vintage Zuni sterling silver petit point turquoise cluster long ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz8.5 Vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise 3 stone ring stamped sides. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Two stones with old fractures, secure.

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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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sz11.5 Melanie Kirk-Lente Isleta sterling silver, turquoise, coral inlay 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. Stones secure with some fractures as shown. Melanie Kirk-Lente & Michael Lente Recognized as the leading voices of today’s Contemporary Native Jewelry scene, Designers and Goldsmiths Melanie Kirk-Lente and Michael Lente (Isleta Pueblo) command a distinctive presence at the top of collectors’ lists world-wide. The Lentes continue to carry on their well-known family tradition in fine jewelry design, being taught by Melanie’s father, renowned artist Andy Lee Kirk. Constantly striving to combine contemporary elegance with Native American design themes is the driving force that motivates this husband-and-wife team to continually evolve, allowing their designs to actually redefine the art form. Their jewelry design is known for the use of traditional and contemporary materials, such as gold, sterling silver, turquoise, coral, Australian opal, sugilite, and diamonds. Both as collaborators and individuals, the Lentes have amassed an impressive list of top awards and showings at premier venues, including the Santa Fe Indian Market, Eiteljorg Museum, and Heard Museum. Considered by many to be true works of sculptured fine art, their pieces are presented for acquisition in select fine art galleries throughout the United States, including Santa Fe’s premier venue: Legends Santa Fe. The family tradition of creating high-quality, collectible jewelry works was established by Andy Kirk, and extends throughout the family to include Melanie’s uncle Michael Kirk and his family: Cousin Anthony Gatewood, Sister Kimberlee Kirk, and most recently, Michael’s brother Andrew Lente. There are other art mediums constantly explored and expanded on by their family: Metal art by brother Cody Crumbo, and cousin Brandon Jojola, pottery by grandparents, aunts, and Melanie’s mother. The Lentes draw from the rich heritage in Native arts that the entire family shares. Surrounded by their three daughters, Justine, Taylor, and Samantha, inspiration never runs short. Life in their native Isleta Pueblo is ingrained with their Native beliefs and steeped in centuries-old traditions. Participation in pueblo ceremonies remains a priority to their family values. Melanie and Michael share, “Our way of life has been handed down for hundreds of years, and will continue to flourish through the next generation of the Native people.”

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sz7.5 Durango Silver Blue Gem Turquoise sterling silver John Hartman 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.

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6.9" Vintage Navajo pearls sterling silver fluted beaded link bracelet. Weight and measurements in pictures, solid sterling silver no issues.. Signed on tag as shown. Circa last quarter of the 20th century.

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7" 1930‘s Navajo sterling silver 3 stone cuff bracelet with stamped bezel. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa second quarter of the 20th century. Fits up to a 7" 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. Very old repair not visible from front, shown on reverse side.

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8.2" Vintage Zuni sterling silver snake eye turquoise link bracelet. Weight and measurements in pictures, solid sterling silver no issues.. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Functional replacement clasp.

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sz9.5 Adam Fierro Navajo sterling silver long turquoise vintage ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Adam Fierro, a Native jeweler from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Adam is a Mestizo descendant of Spanish, the Santa Clara Pueblo and White Mountain Apache however Adam is not registered and does not claim tribal affiliation.My name is Adam Fierro, I like to make contemporary style jewelry, something that stands out from the rest. I have a bit of a southwestern flair but a contemporary piece consists of it being unique even to other pieces that I do. Nothing ever stays the same, I cant even duplicate my jewelry even if I tried. I like to do different kinds of insects, like scorpions, spiders, even lizards or anything that will challenge me in the silver work. Its great to do something that nobody has ever seen before and difficult to duplicate. Look for one of a kind type jewelry. There are certain styles out there that you see over and over again but finding something that is just as unique as you are as a person, thats what people should look for in a piece of art!

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sz11.5 Vintage Native American sterling silver turquoise southwestern men‘s ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the fourth quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Unmarked.

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sz7.75 Vintage Navajo sterling silver blue/green mix turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Great looking mixed color stone.

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sz7.25 Cellicion Zuni butterfly vintage sterling silver turquoise/coral ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz6.25 c1930‘s Vintage Navajo greasy green turquoise long sterling silver ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the second quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. Center stone secure with old/stable fracture.

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sz9 Benny Armijo (1937-2022) Navajo Opal ring in sterling silver. 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 believe this to be a natural Opal as Benny was very well respected and made this later in his career. He always used really high grade materials even earlier in his career. Benny Armijo (1937-2022). Benny was a renowned master Navajo silversmith who specialized in this complex inlay and "corn row" type cobblestone inlay using high quality stones. His jewelry was featured on the Oprah Winfrey show and was collected by many high-profile artists from James Taylor, Charlie Daniels, to Hank Williams Jr. His pieces can be seen on many album covers of top music groups and are highly collectable today. His incredible sense of humor was as well-known as his jewelry. He was simply the most generous man that one could ever imagine, always helping complete strangers he encountered along the way. He was active from the early 70‘s until the late 20th century.. His older mark from the 1970‘s looks like a tadpole and has been misattributed to "Edward Zuni", but I‘m 100% sure this is Benny Armijo‘s work and hallmark, it‘s been confirmed by his living relatives. Benny was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico Benito M Armijo Jr The older stamp he first used was to represent the letter C and letter M which stood for Chief Marcos. Many years later maybe around 1989 he stamped his jewelry with Benny Armijo. He lived in California for many years and returned to New Mexico and passed away January 2022. He was known for his stone inlay on what he called a Hopi wedding band in which all the stones were inlaid inside the ring or bracelet. Giving the thought that the beauty between the couple is in the eye of the beholder and the couple would choose the different color of stones and their meanings to be inlaid on their wedding bands.

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sz9.5 Navajo Tim Kee Whitman Vintage high grade turquoise sterling silver 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.

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sz9.5 Vintage Native American sterling silver abstract freeform red coral ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz7 Vintage Bell Trading Post Navajo sterling silver long green turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz9.5 Vintage Native American LT Sterling men‘s ring with nice turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the third quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures. There is what appears to be a fissure that goes along with the matrix. The stone is secure and not going anywhere.

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31" c1940‘s Navajo sterling silver turquoise hand stamped link concho belt. Fits up to a 31" hat or waist, but can be linked shorter. Weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver.

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29" Heavy vintage Navajo sterling silver cone bead necklace. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. No issues, selling the 29" necklace shown. would be nice with a hook pendant in the center of the two beads.

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Big vintage Navajo sterling silver rippled cross with turquoise. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. Unmarked.

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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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Supersmiths David Rosales Navajo sterling silver opal/black Jade slide pendant. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. No issues, including the 16.5" sterling necklace shown. Pendant is clean and retails for $600. What a stunning piece of Native American jewelry! This slide is handcrafted with created blue opal and black jade, a collection that designer David Rosales calls Black Beauty. The entire slide is sterling silver with openings on the back for a chain to fit through. David Rosales is from Gallup, New Mexico and is one of the very top Native American jewelry designers in the world today. He has assembled a very talented team of Native American jewelry artists to create each piece. This slide has an amazing amount of work and would look very elegant on an omega necklace. It measures 2" x 1 1/2"

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Jeff Deegan Southwestern modernist sterling silver 3/4" ranger belt buckle set. 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. Belt fits up to a 36" waist with existing holes. Hole placements shown on tape measure, it‘s a Jeff Deegan Lizard belt with some wear.

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sz8.5 big c1940‘s Vintage Navajo or Zuni sterling silver turquoise cluster ring . Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the second quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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James Martin Southwestern modernist sterling silver 3/4" ranger belt buckle set. 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. Belt fits up to a 29.5" waist with existing holes. Hole placements shown on tape measure, It‘s on an Al Beres belt with some expected wear.

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31.5" Heavy vintage hand stamped Navajo pearls sterling silver beaded necklace. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. No issues, 31.5" long necklace. Necklace with illegly signed tag by artist. Extremely high quality set, handmade, hand stamped. Likely restrung due to weight.

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8" RLE Navajo sterling silver turquoise vintage petite link bracelet. Weight and measurements in pictures, solid sterling silver no issues.. Signed on back as shown. Circa third quarter of the 20th century.

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Douglas Magnus 14k gold on Sterling silver 3/4" ranger belt buckle set. 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. Belt fits up to a 46" waist with existing holes. Hole placements shown on tape measure, It‘s on a nice alligator belt shown in pics with some expected wear.

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27" Vintage Native American sterling silver bird necklace turquoise heishi beads. Solid sterling silver tested and guaranteed with weight and measurements in the pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century. No significant issue, unmarked.

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38" Vintage Navajo sterling silver turquoise concho belt. Fits up to a 38 waist, but can be hooked shorter. Weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. 1 buckle and 7 conchos, 8 total. Great looking turquoise.

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sz9 c1950‘s Zuni Ondelacy Family green turquoise cluster sterling silver ring . Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from the mid 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz10.5 70‘s-80‘s Vintage Navajo sterling silver feather design turquoise ring. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. Nice ring from last quarter of the 20th century. Some expected wear, weight and measurements in pictures.

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sz7.25 Vintage JD Navajo sterling silver large spiderweb turquoise 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.

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1940‘s Navajo turquoise/sterling silver butterfly concho belt mustache buckle . Fits up to a 45" waist, 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 4 conchos, 5 Butterfly conchos, 10 total. Second quarter of 20th century on more recent leather. 663 grams

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38" Abel Soseeah Zuni sterling silver, turquoise, coral, shell link concho belt. Fits up to a 38 hat or waist, but can be linked shorter. Weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver.

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33" Vintage Navajo Modernist sterling silver turquoise cluster concho belt. Fits up to a 33" waist, but can be hooked shorter or put on longer leather. Weight and measurements in pictures. No damage or issues, tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver. 1 buckle and 8 conchos, 9 total. Mid 20th century, very nice high quality turquoise. Unmarked, will follow up with weight.

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