Al Somers - Apache/Blackfoot sterling and turquoise naja pendant. Weight and measurements in pics. Al Somers (1942 -August 2016) Apache descendant and Arizona silversmith Al Somers is renowned for his interpretations of classic Navajo designs, stamping patterns and techniques, and his use of beautiful natural American turquoises, giving his work very distinctive and unique character. Silversmith and artist, Al Somers, is a native of Arizona. Having Apache, Blackfoot, French, and Scottish heritage, he has a multicultural appreciation for the Southwest and the diversified area. Somers learned the art of silver-smithing from old Navajo masters. He subsequently crafted his own tools and stamps patterned much after the early classic Navajo period. Somers is renowned for his impeccable attention to detail and his use of beautiful and rare stones. He has collected quantities of valuable stones over the years and continues to utilize the older stones in the pieces he fashions giving his work a very distinctive character. Somers hand pounds his own silver and sets very unique and rare stones in his work.

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Delbert Gordon Navajo sterlin coral, and green turquoise pendant. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics. No issues, marked as shown. Interesting pendant, well made example of Delber‘s versatitlity as a silversmith/artist. Born in 1955 Fort Defiance, AZ. Now making jewelry in Tohatchi NM. He taught himself the art of silversmithing. His jewelry is known as fancy and traditional Navajo. He is always creating new designs and using heavy silver.

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Harold smith Navajo sterling inlay pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues.

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c1970‘s Zuni sterling channel inlay pendant/pin sunface. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics, unmarked.

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Vintage sterling Northwest coast style pendant. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics, illegibly marked with sterling mark.

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Vintage Zuni Rainbow man sterling inlay pendant/pin v. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics. No issues, unmarked.

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50‘s-60‘s Navajo silver naja pendant with turquoise. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics, unmarked.

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J Calabaza Zuni sterling raised intarsia inlay pendant/pin. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics, unmarked other than artists signature.

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JP Ukestine Zuni sterling snake eye turquoise cross. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics. No issues.

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Huge Retired James Avery Oak Tree of Life pendant. This is the biggest size out of many. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Retired James Avery 3d Striata Shell pendant. This piece has a built in bail, the jump ring on it didn‘t come with it. My photographer didn‘t realize this, I would have discarded it. But it does come with the extra jump ring shown to be used as an oversized charm if wanted. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Huge Retired James Avery Oak Tree of Life pendant. This is the biggest size out of many. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Ramon Dalangyawma Hopi Overlay Corn plant pendant sterling. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling. Ramon Dalangyawma Capital letters spelling DALANGYAWMA identify the sterling overlay jewelry produced by Hopi/Navajo silversmith Ramon Dalangyawma. Born Ramon Albert, Jr. at the Grand Canyon Village, January 26, 1954, Ramon was raised by his grandparents, and, aunts in the pueblo at Hotevilla, Arizona. In his formative years, Ramon worked the family five acre farm growing corn, beans and squash. He vividly remembers the time spent checking the plants daily for worms, and the unmistakable aroma of home made piki bread. As an initiated member of the Hopi Kachina Society, responsible for tending his five acre field, hauling the family water (five gallons per bucket, sometimes hauling twobuckets per day), one wonders where he finds time to make jewelry. Ramon moved from the pueblo to study at the IAIA school in Santa Fe for two years, transferring to Phoenix Indian High School high school, where he graduated in 1972. After high school, he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He was promoted from Private to Corporal taking his training at the Communications school in Twenty Nine Palms, California. He says that President Nixon is his “big hero because it was his decision to begin the withdrawal of troops from Viet Nam that kept him from being shipped overseas as a Field Radio Operator. Ramon completed a 12 month tour on Okinawa, in the pacific, and after the military, he worked for a short time with the Bureau of IndianAffairs in Tuba City. Ramon returned to Hotevilla in 1978 and began Silver work at the Hopi Arts and Crafts center. Working in copper, brass, and bronze, he signed his earliest work with stylized initials RA. (Ramon Albert) Many of Ramons works went unsold because they lacked a distinguishable Hopi surname. Like his father before him, Ramon was named after the son of Lorenzo Hubbell, who owned and operated the New Oraibi Trading Post. His grandmother gave Ramon Albert, Jr. the Hopi name Dalangyawma, which he has adopted as his hallmark. Ramon sells most of his jewelry at Indian art and craft fairs. Ramons designs often reflect his Hopi culture. Designs such as clouds, thunderbolts, and rain reflect the importance of weather in an area where there is no irrigation. Clan symbols, such as the bear, spider, and antelope, mixed with prayer feathers, kachinas, Kokopelli and corn are all combined in Ramons work. Ramon dislikes doing the smaller pieces not because of limited space for his hallmark, but because holding and cutting small pieces of silver is difficult and tedious. He prefers to work on larger items.

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DB Southwestern sterling amethyst aquamarine gemset cross pendant. Solid sterling silver, weight and measurements in pics. High quality workmanship, nice stones with no damage to the stones. I‘m unsure who this maker is but have had other pieces with this stamp that were more like Traditional Native American pieces.

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Andrea Lonjose Zuni sterling inlay Turkey pendant/pin. An older piece by this artist from before she got married. Very high quality piece in great condition with no damage or significant wear. This is much more detailed than other pieces you will likely find online by this artist. Andrea Lonjose specializes in inlay depicting animals, Zuni Kachina figures and other realistic characters found on the Zuni reservation. Lonjose‘s jewelry has recieved many awards and is widely collected.

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Vintage Thomas Singer Navajo buffalo sterling pendant. No damage, weight and measurements in pics.

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Allison Snowhawk Lee Navajo sterling lavender jade pendant. No damage, weight and measurements in pics. I have not tested the stone, but it looks like Lavender Jadeite, my stone tester isn‘t accessible due to time/space limitations. This artist typically only used the best materials. 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, Allisons 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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Carl and Irene Clark Navajo sterling high grade turquoise pendant necklace. 22" long, solid sterling with no damage or significant wear. Weight and measurements in pics. Carl and Irene Clark are well known for their extremely fine quality jewelry. Carl is the great innovator in inlay jewelry. “There was no teaching handed down to us. However, I do have a great-uncle Peshlakai Atsitty, whom was known as one of the first silversmiths, taught by a Mexican blacksmith. We have many cousins and nephews that are silversmiths and painters. I learned all my smithing and inlaying techniques by trial and error without a teacher or predecessor. Once I began to inlay, it took 2 years of progression to perfect my micro-fine inlaying techniques. Early on he was a kachina carver, however a summer job during his college years changed his craft and he started making jewelry. Conceiving a new style, Carl incorporated the styles of the Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni into one. Carl is the founder of the “micro-fine intarsia inlay technique reminiscent of the art deco school of the 1930s. The Clarks did not pattern themselves after any European or American jewelers even though they found out after 5 years of creating their jewelry that there were other micro-fine jewelry artists in the Art nouveau style and Art Deco Era. Carls great innovation involves using micro-inlay to color blend a design into day and night depictions of monument valley, Navajo rugs or rainbow man Yeis. The Rainbow man Yei that is in their inlay, symbolizes “Jewelry of Protection. “Artistically speaking, we use the inlay as a picture and the metal work as a picture frame. The Clarks have developed the “Picture of a micro-fine Rug Design and the Color Blend (from day to night) that creates an authentic technique that makes it hard for “copy cats to duplicate. Since their jewelry takes much longer to make than a common piece of jewelry, the Clarks work together to create beautifully handcrafted jewelry with the utmost precision, care and quality. Carl was self-taught in 1973 and then taught Irene in 1974. They then taught their son, Carl Jr., their art when he was in high school and also Irenes brother Tom (Monk) Baldwin in 1974. A true team, Carl and Irene always work together, handcrafting each piece of beautiful jewelry. They both cut, assemble and inlay the stones and Irene hand fabricates the gold and silver. Irene does much of the design work and Carl does the tufa stone casting. They very often stamp the inside or the back of their jewelry and often incorporate traditional Navajo figures such as the Yei figure. “I learned all my silver-smithing and inlaying techniques by trial and error without a teacher or predecessor. Since there was no category for my type of inlay back then, I then classified it as “micro-fine intarsia. They create masterpieces in gold and silver, using turquoise, coral, sugilite, opal, shells, jet, and other gems and stones. “Micro-fine intarsia inlay is a time consuming and rarely practiced technique in which fine strands of cut stone are laid in pattern and glued together then cut cross-wise in slabs. One bracelet often will require five to six thousand stones. Carl and Irene take pride in their work and it shows in the detail. They feel that it reflects the Navajo tradition because “We use good feelings and make jewelry traditionally with precision and care without rushing. Our jewelry takes much longer to make than common piece of jewelry. Listed in every important reference book on Indian jewelry, the Clarks are accepted as unique masters of micro-mosaic inlay. Some even claim they are the greatest Indian jewelers of all. Each piece they make contains hundreds, if not several thousand, individual tiny pieces of various stones. The fame of their incredibly tiny mosaic inlay pieces is world-wide. They have been awarded practically every prize available for their astonishing jewelry, which adorn many collections and undoubtedly will be displayed in many museums.

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Huge Patricia Platero Navajo sterling turquoise nugget cross pendant. Solid sterling silver, weight and measurements in pics. High quality stampwork, nice turquoise, no issues.

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Nice Vintage Zuni sterling turquoise cluster cross pendant/necklace. Very high quality, markings as shown. Pendant and necklace solid sterling silver, circa mid 20th century. High quality Natural turquoise, weight and measurements in pics. No issues, 24.8 grams total weight.

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Boyd Tsosie Navajo Tufa Cast silver high grade turquoise cobblestone pendant. Both the pendant and necklace made by Boyd Tsosie, necklace 24" long. Pendant marked, vintage piece with no damage or significant wear. Weight and measurements in pics. BOYD TSOSIE (Navajo b. 1954 presert) Boyd Tsosie is a jeweler who draws inspiration from the rich heritage of his Navajo traditions. Born in 1954, he has been making jewelry since he was sixteen years of age. In 1979, Boyd Tsosie was only 23. He was already among the top echelon of Southwestern jewelers / silversmiths (both past and present). Boyd was featured in Arizona Highways along with other greats like Jesse Monongye, his brother Richard Tsosie, Gibson Nez, James Little, and Larry Golsch. These Navajo silversmiths all would go on to build fine reputations and set the standards you see today for Southwest jewelry. Kenneth Begay, a teacher at the Navajo Community College on the Navajo Reservation, inspired Boyd at a young age. Boyd gives credit to Kenneth for teaching him his trade. Kenneth Begay has been deemed the father of modern Navajo jewelry. Before Kenneth Begay, Navajo Indian Jewelry was much like it had been for the past 100 years. Navajo jewelry had a strong Spanish influence. Which is entirely understandable since it was a Mexican silversmith (who learned from the Spanish) that taught the first Navajo to work silver. Boyd considers Kenneth Begay a major influence and carries on today the work of Kenneth Begay. Boyd Tsosie continues to move Navajo jewelry forward and he, like Kenneth Begay, generously shares his knowledge with other silversmiths. Boyd, working with his brother Richard, first gained widespread recognition for his soldered flower and leaf designs. Later, he moved his jewelry designs to a more complex, contemporary look. Over the years Boyd has developed a contemporary style of work primarily in 14K gold combined with turquoise, coral, lapis, and sugilite. Boyd feels that he is creating “tomorrows tradition in Navajo jewelry by being given the rights and prayers by his elders to create his special pieces. He is featured in Navajo Indian Jewelry and Enduring Traditions by Jerry and Lois Jacka and North American Indian Jewelry and Adornment by Lois Dubin. In recent years, Boyd and his son have given back to the Navajo Nation with a nonprofit to give counsel and help to those with substance challenges.

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Mary Marie Yazzie Lincoln Sterling high grade spiderweb turquoise pendant necklace. Both the pendant and necklace made by Mary Marie Yazzie Lincoln, only the pendant marked. Sold sterling with no damage or significant wear. 24" long necklace. Weight and measurements in pics. Mary Marie Yazzie Lincoln comes from a family of silversmiths. Her parents were Chee and Elsie Yazzie who lived and worked at Zuni Pueblo at Kelseys Trading Post in the 1940s. They had 13 children and nine of them became silversmiths. Mary Marie is known for her elegant settings which highlight the beauty of a single stone. Mary Maries solid silverwork is distinctive. The pendant is signed with her hallmark, MARY MARIE.

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Alvin Monte Navajo 14k/sterling pendant. Solid 14k/sterling with no damage or significant wear. Navajo jewelry artist Alvin Monte works in both gold and silver, often making his own stamping tools to create one-of-a-kind designs. Born in Socorro, Monte grew up in Canoncito, New Mexico. Both his parents were well-known silversmiths but Monte didnt pick up the trade until he moved away from home. He is a self-taught silversmith. His inspirations often come from petroglyphs or pueblo designs although the execution of his designs is more symbolic than realistic. The result is a more modern verses traditional design that he likes to embellish with various stones including amethysts and garnets for a lustrous effect. Monte is now teaching his young son, who at age nine shows a talent for silver-smithing, thus elevating another generation of the Montes into the artist world.

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Herman Vandever Navajo Sterling Yei figures necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling silver. 24" long. 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. Started silversmithing in 1989, he was taught by his older sister Esther Wood.

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Lyndon B Tsosie Navajo 14k/sterling brutalist dancers necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling silver with solid 14k gold nuggets enhancing the figures 22" long. The gold doesn‘t show well in the pics due to current setup and time limitations but it‘s fabulous. This is a retro piece about 20 years old in unworn condition for less than half of what it would retail for today. This guy creates masterpieces as is this one, I encourage you to check out more of his work if you have not already. His pieces are hand crafted, labor intensive, quality over quantity. Lyndon B. Tsosie was born in 1968 in Fort Defiance, Arizona and has become one of the rising stars among young Native American silversmiths. Since the early 1990s, Lyndon has been designing and fabricating jewelry. His style is extremely unique, combining contemporary three dimensional shapes, masterfully cast designs, and bold textures that portray landscapes. Often his pieces include sections that are cast in tufa stone or cuttlefish bone. Many of his pieces include asymmetrical designs using precious and semiprecious stones of the highest quality. His pieces can include a variety of metals, including sterling silver, all karats of gold, and platinum. His work includes a wide variety of high grade, natural stones- masterfully cut, polished, and set. Lyndon has been entering his work in Juried shows since 1994 and has won many awards. He has won 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Honorable Mention at the prestigious Indian Market Show in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Hes swept awards at the Heard Museum Show in Phoenix, AZ- as well as the Gallup Intertribal Cermonial, New Mexico State Fair, and the Southwest Art Festival. Lyndon has become internationally popular and his work is sought after all over the world. Many of his collectors are from Japan and Lyndon has spent a lot of time in Asia. His newest pieces feature strong influences from Asian art- including unique techniques that he has learned and brought back to the Southwest United States.

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Herman Vandever Navajo Sterling, turquoise, and spiny oyster necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling silver. 23" long. 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. Started silversmithing in 1989, he was taught by his older sister Esther Wood.

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c1970‘s M Native American modernist sterling necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling silver. M hallmark on cast spirals, no other detectable markings. 22" long.

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Ray Calladitto Navajo sterling storyteller bib necklace with turquoise. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling silver. Approximately 21" long. Ray is no longer active, I believe he was active in the last quarter of the 20th century.

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24" Vintage Navajo pearls/stamped sterling beaded necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling silver. Approximately 24" long. No apparent markings, very well made necklace.

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Huge Lupe Iule San Felipe Pueblo cast sterling and turquoise cross pendant, very substantial, one stone with fracture... All stones secure in bezels.. Weight and measurements in pics. Lupe Iule (1916-?) Lupe Iule was born at San Felipe Pueblo and is the wife of Horace Iule who was her mentor. Her favorite designs are crosses. She was an active jeweler between 1937-1975. Horace Iule (1901-1978) was a Zuni artist who made a wide variety of sterling silver and stone pieces, most notably traditional Zuni crosses. Horace worked with his wife Lupe Iule, who was from San Felipe Pueblo. They were married in 1933, and had six children: Ruby, Lupe, Cecilia, Robert, Barney, and Phillip. Cecilia continues in her fathers tradition with the crosses. Cecilia creates her crosses from tiny to huge and uses coral, turquoise, and other gem stones. Horace Iule was taught silversmithing by his father. He made sand-cast items and then embellished them with hammering and die stamping. His children use some of his original casting equipment to continue the Iule cross legacy.

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Large Vintage Native American sterling and turquoise cross pendant Weight and measurements in pics. Unmarked solid sterling. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Large Vintage Native American sterling and turquoise cross pendant. Weight and measurements in pics. Unmarked solid sterling. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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1980‘s Carlos Eagle Navajo sterling turquoise corn row pendant. Weight and measurements in pics. No issues, very substantial piece that I believe was possibly once a belt buckle. "Carlos career as a jeweler began in the 1970s, inspired by his mother, who was an artist of Ottawa/Chippewa descent. He is completely self-taught. Unlike many jewelers, he is both a lapidary and a silversmith, and fabricates all of his jewelry by himself. Nothing is cast or manufactured. He is an Elder in the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, but also considers himself part of Gods Universal Family. His greatest pride comes from his work with animals and caring for the land. ‘I am doubly blessed. I have been able to pursue my passion for art as a career which has enabled me to live the life I have dreamed of. No one could ask for more‘." He‘s been featured in magazines and has adorned celebrities with his amazing pieces. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Large Vintage Native American sterling and turquoise cross pendant Weight and measurements in pics. Unmarked solid sterling. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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60‘s-70‘s Vintage Native American sterling - turquoise and coral pendant. Weight and measurements in pics. No issues, very substantial piece. Solid sterling, unmarked as was rather common in this era (third quarter of 20th century) All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Retired James Avery openwork cross pendant sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Retired James Avery Key of faith heart pendant sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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In 1964 David Andersen of Oslo Norway created a simple yet elegant set of jewelry called the “Troll Series. This pendant, designed by Bjorn Sigurd Ostern for David Andersen, is called the Ship of Good Fortune. It resembles a Viking dragon boat. The oval amazonite stone is gorgeous, the sterling has age appropriate wear with some small dings and scratches that dont impair the beauty of the piece. There is a good sized hook on the back that would accommodate most necklaces. Weight and measurements in pics.

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Retired James Avery heart cross pendant sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Retired James Avery budded cross pendant sterling silver. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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28" Amazing Native American flush inlay coral sterling beaded necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics, solid sterling. No apparent markings. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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20" Amazing vintage Hallmarked Native American turquoise necklace Hopi?. No issues, weight and measurements in pics, solid sterling. Obscured or partial hallmark shown in second pic. It came from a collection full of important pieces and the quality is phenomenal. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Retired James Avery Sunburst modernist sterling pendant and earrings set. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact pieces shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Retired James Avery Onyx 18k/sterling modernist pendant. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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17" Leo Harvey sterling Navajo pearl necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics, solid sterling. Tag with initials LH, no other markings. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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16" Retired James Avery heavy modernist sterling necklace. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Retired James Avery Domed 14k/sterling hammered pendant and earrings set. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact pieces shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Retired James Avery sand dollar pendant in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Rare Retired Large James Avery Horned toad pendant in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics. Selling the exact piece shown in great condition with no damage or significant wear. The uncommon but more commonly found version of this is a charm and significantly smaller. While this isn‘t huge it‘s big compared to that. It‘s an oversized charm or small pendant. James Avery was a World War II veteran and the founder of the James Avery Artisan Jewelry company: Early life Born in Chicago in 1921, Avery was a decorated pilot who flew 44 missions over Germany. After the war, he studied industrial design at the University of Illinois and taught at the University of Iowa and the University of Colorado. Jewelry making Avery began making jewelry in his free time around 1951. He was inspired to create art that he found meaningful, and hoped others would find it meaningful too. Starting the business In 1954, Avery began selling jewelry from a wooden box at summer camps in Kerrville, Texas, where he moved with his wife. He printed his first catalog in 1957 and opened his first store and manufacturing facility in Kerrville in 1967. Designs Avery‘s designs were inspired by his faith, and often included faith-based images like crosses, chalices, doves, and fish. He also designed a pin for the Apollo XII astronauts, and was commissioned by NASA twice more.

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Vintage Zuni Sunface/thunderbird sterling channel inlay spinner pendant. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling, appears unmarked. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked.

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c1950‘s Sterling Zuni Multi-stone channel inlay sunface pendant No issues, weight and measurements in pics. It appears that this was once a pin and possibly not a pendant. Now it‘s a pendant and it‘s great. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Julie Ondelacy Lahi Zuni Sterling turquoise pendant/pin. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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22" Augustine Largo Navajo sterling and turquoise necklace, weight and measurements in pics. Augustine Largo is a renowned Navajo silversmith recognized for his outstanding craftsmanship and traditional designs. Growing up on the Navajo Nation, he honed his skills in silversmithing techniques such as hand-stamping and repoussé, producing intricate jewelry that frequently incorporates turquoise, coral, and other semi-precious stones. Augustines work is distinguished by its bold and elegant designs, which reflect his profound cultural heritage and connection to Navajo traditions. His jewelry has received widespread acclaim and is highly coveted by collectors for its beauty, quality, and cultural significance. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Herman Vandever Navajo High Grade Royston turquoise sterling pendant. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. 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. Started silversmithing in 1989, he was taught by his older sister Esther Wood. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Large Marisa Selecion Zuni sterling intarsia inlay knifewing pendant, weight and measurements in pics. This is considerably larger than most if not all other examples you are likely to find. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Federico Jimenez sterling turquoise discs necklace 20" long, weight and measurements in pics. No issues, solid sterling. Vintage, retired, if not one of a kind design. Federico Jimenez Federico comes from the tiny village of Tututepec, Mexico. When he was 12 years old he accidentally set fire to a nativity set in his village. His family was pressured into sending him to live in the city of Oaxaca. When he returned to Tututepec in his late teens, Federico and his father were repairing the foundation of their home and uncovered a big pot. Inside was a pre-Columbian Mixtec Indian pectoral (a chest ornament) with strands of gold, turquosie and shell that had been secretly buried by his family. Later when he worked for the Anthropological Museum he learned that the village had once been the kingdom of the Mixtecs and his great-grandfather had probably been their chief. During his years in Oaxaca he developed an appreciation for antiques. After finding the pectoral he became interested in collecting antiques and started going village-to-village searching for more. He started collecting jewelry and Indian costumes. A few years later he met his future wife who was with a group of American anthropologists. She said, "If you love me, you‘ll follow me". So he followed her to Los Angeles where he hit all the big swap meets, buying, selling, trading and building his inventory. He also built up a private collection of Mexican jewelry that he claims is now the world‘s largest as it incorporates pieces from contemporary, colonial and pre-Columbian periods. He organizes exhibitions and acquires items for UCLA‘s Museum of Cultural History and the National Folk Art Museum in Santa Fe. He displays many pieces of his jewelry in the Anthropological Museum in Mexico City. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Cecil Ashley Navajo sterling tiger‘s Eye, Onyx, petrified wood pendant/necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics, solid sterling. Necklace is the same stones but with only sterling mark on the cones. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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27" c1960‘s Native American cast silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics, solid sterling. Unmarked as typical of this era. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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28" Vintage Sterling Navajo pearl beaded necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics, solid sterling. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry<br>referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin)<br>silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what<br>it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if<br>the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Huge Orville Tsinnie 14k/Sterling variscite double sided cross pendant. No identifying marks, this cross and some others I‘ll be offering were custom order items purchased directly from Orville Tsinnie approximately 25 years ago. The bezels on both sides all all the gold beads are solid 14k gold, the rest solid sterling. No purity markings or artist signatures which is common with custom order pieces done by well respected artists as the work itself is the signature, anyone familiar with Orville Tsinnie‘s work can tell who made these. Selling the cross shown in displayed only like new condition with no issues or damages. 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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Huge Orville Tsinnie 14k/Sterling Sugilite 2 sided cross pendant. No identifying marks, this cross and some others I‘ll be offering were custom order items purchased directly from Orville Tsinnie approximately 25 years ago. The bezels on both sides all all the gold beads are solid 14k gold, the rest solid sterling. No purity markings or artist signatures which is common with custom order pieces done by well respected artists as the work itself is the signature, anyone familiar with Orville Tsinnie‘s work can tell who made these. Selling the cross shown in displayed only like new condition with no issues or damages. Between the gold, sugilite, silver, and time...this couldn‘t be made today for my asking price assuming Orville was still alive to make it. 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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Huge Orville Tsinnie 14k/Sterling White Buffalo 2 sided cross pendant. No identifying marks, this cross and some others I‘ll be offering were custom order items purchased directly from Orville Tsinnie approximately 25 years ago. The bezels on both sides all all the gold beads are solid 14k gold, the rest solid sterling. No purity markings or artist signatures which is common with custom order pieces done by well respected artists as the work itself is the signature, anyone familiar with Orville Tsinnie‘s work can tell who made these. Selling the cross shown in displayed only like new condition with no issues or damages. 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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Huge Orville Tsinnie 14k/Sterling Wild Horse 2 sided cross pendant. No identifying marks, this cross and some others I‘ll be offering were custom order items purchased directly from Orville Tsinnie approximately 25 years ago. The bezels on both sides all all the gold beads are solid 14k gold, the rest solid sterling. No purity markings or artist signatures which is common with custom order pieces done by well respected artists as the work itself is the signature, anyone familiar with Orville Tsinnie‘s work can tell who made these. Selling the cross shown in displayed only like new condition with no issues or damages. 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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Huge Orville Tsinnie 14k/Sterling Morenci Turquoise/Coral 2 sided cross pendant. Ultra high grade Mediterranean coral on one side, ultra high grade Natural Morenci turquoise on the other. No identifying marks, this cross and some others I‘ll be offering were custom order items purchased directly from Orville Tsinnie approximately 25 years ago. The bezels on both sides all all the gold beads are solid 14k gold, the rest solid sterling. No purity markings or artist signatures which is common with custom order pieces done by well respected artists as the work itself is the signature, anyone familiar with Orville Tsinnie‘s work can tell who made these. Selling the cross shown in displayed only like new condition with no issues or damages. 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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Sammy and Esther Guardian Zuni Spinner pendant Blue jay/Hummingbird sterling. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. First active as early as 1972, these two Zuni jewelers (husband and wife) created mosaic as well as inlay jewelry. They made bolos, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, pendants and pins using gold, silver, coral, turquoise, jet, mother-of-pearl, abalone shell and penn shell. Preferred designs were: songbirds, cardinals, roadrunners, mallard ducks, red berry bushes, cactus and cattails.

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Vidal Aragon Santo Domingo sterling turquoise and coral overlay pendant, weight and measurements in pics. Nice older piece circa mid 20th century. From Santo Domingo Pueblo, Vidal Aragon (1923-2015) translated pueblo life into intricate storyteller jewelry. He became internationally renown for his inventive silver and gold overlay designs. His representations of the elements of nature, animals and pueblo life are symbolic of the Indian way. One symbol refers to “everlasting happiness. Other common motifs are animals and the tracks they make and the blessing and nourishment of corn. An expert craftsman, Aragon drew each story strip with his saw blade and soldered it to a textured oxidized underlayer to illuminate the images. He often incorporated a trademark gold disk to represent the sun or moon. Vidal Aragon learned the overlay technique in the 1930s when he was a student at the Santa Fe Indian School. Before inventing the storyteller jewelry, he experimented with tufa casting and other metalworking techniques. He briefly lived in Scottsdale where he honed his skills as a shop smith. He has fond memories of the time he spent learning ballet as a young man in Phoenix. By the early 1940s, Vidal was already being recognized alongside such prominent smiths as Ambrose Roanhorse and Tom Burnsides for his innovative yet classical designs. Aragon found his true calling though when he began to translate his rich sense of the pueblo way of life into wearable stories, often full of his unique humor.

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Ernie Northrup Hopi Sterling high grade turquoise pendant/necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. 20" necklace, I believe the necklace to be an older Native American made necklace with a replacement clasp. Selling what‘s shown. All solid sterling. Ernie Northrup is a very fine Hopi Jeweler whose pieces are recognized as Hopi Art. Ernie lives in the Kykotsmovi area on the Hopi Reservation in Arizona.

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Dave Scott Carico Lake turquoise hand engraved sterling shadowbox pendant . No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling, marked as shown. .5" wide inside bail.

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Large Angela Celicion Zuni Butterfly Sterling multi-stone/shell intarsia inlay pendant/pin. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling, marked as shown.

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Nelson Morgan Navajo sterling Needlepoint turquoise Kokopelli shadowbox pendant. Large with no issues, .5" wide inside bail, weight and measurements in pics. Nelson Morgan Pieces handmade by Navajo artist Nelson Morgan. Born in 1962, Navajo silversmith Nelson Morgan learned the art of silversmithing from his parents, David and Dorothy Morgan. He has been designing beautiful Navajo overlay jewelry for over 30 years. Nelson is a diverse Navajo silversmith specializing in stone setting and inlay jewelry. He is primarily known for his intricate Kachina designs: Sunface, Mud Head, Eagle, etc. Nelson is one of the most well-known kachina character jewelry artists in the southwest today.

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Large Tony Ohmsatte Zuni Sterling multi-stone/shell channel inlay butterfly pendant. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling, marked as shown.

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Janet Jake Navajo Sterling Charoite, Gaspeite, Turquoise, coral cross pendant . No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling, marked as shown. Made by Janet Jake (Navajo) for Running Bear shop. 5/8" wide inside bail.

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Horace Iule (1901-1978) Zuni Huge cast sterling and turquoise cross pendant. Throwing in 22" necklace. I have had quite a few Horace Iule crosses and never anything close to this size, very substantial with no issues. Weight and measurements in pics. Horace Iule (1901-1978) was an extremely influential silversmith. He became famous in his own right for his Knife-Wing designs and intricate crosses, but then became a silversmith teacher on the Zuni Pueblo, thus inspiring a new generation of artists. He was also able to pass on his talents to his children, most of whom continue to work as jewelers. Horace himself came from a family of silversmiths and was taught primarily by his father. His legacy as a master silversmith lives on through his children, the students he inspired and the exquisite work that he produced.

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Vintage Zuni sterling channel inlay thunderbird pin with yellow shell. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling with no markings. Mid 20th century.

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15" 1940‘s William Spratling sterling beaded necklace. Weight and measurements in pics. Who Was William Spratling? William Spratling was born in 1900 in Sonyea, New York. His father was well respected and widely known for his study and writings concerning epilepsy. After the death of both Spratling‘s mother and sister, Wilhelmina, in 1910, Spratling‘s father moved temporarily to his father‘s Alabama home (known as Roamer‘s Roost) with sons William and David as well as older daughter, Lucile. At that time, the three Spratling children became wards of their grandfather. By the end of 1912, the family had moved once more and the children were separated; each went to live with with various aunts and uncles. In 1917 William Spratling attended Auburn University and a year or two later, during his stay at Auburn served as an instructor in architecture. Spratling moved to New Orleans in 1921 where he was an Associate Professor of Architecture at Tulane University. During the following nine years, Spratling published articles in Scribners Magazine, Journal of the A.I.A., Architecture Record, and many other architecture and travel publications. He became an active part of the New Orleans literary colony during those years, and his frequent companions were Natalie Scott, Sherwood Anderson, Oliver La Farge, Frans Blom, John Dos Passos and William Faulkner. Faulkner lived with Spratling for a time, and together they wrote and published Sherwood Anderson and Other Famous Creoles in 1926. 1926 was also when Spratling visited Mexico for the first time. He returned for summers over the next several years, and in 1929, moved to Mexico. Spratling quickly was introduced to and became a welcome participant in the artistic circles of Mexico. His activities in promoting the art of Diego Rivera among New York galleries led to his participation in the first exhibition of Mexican arts held in the United States. The exhibit was funded by the Carnegie Institute and opened at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Spratling assisted in assembling the exhibit and also lent a number of his own pieces. During this same period, Spratling was working on drawings for the expanding Morrow home in Cuernavaca. Many of these drawings were included in the book written by Elizabeth Morrow, Casa Mañana. Dwight Morrow, the US Ambassador to Mexico, suggested to Spratling in 1931 that Taxco had been the site of silver mines for centuries, but Taxco had never been considered a location where jewelry and objects of silver were designed and made. Subsequently, Spratling hired an experienced goldsmith from Iguala who moved to Taxco and created silver jewelry of Spratlings design. Other craftsmen joined Spratling‘s shop and produced tin ware, copper items, textiles and furniture - all designed by Spratling. These earliest designs were based on pre-Columbian motifs as well as simple themes utilizing rope borders, strap designs and other such basic ideas. The enterprise grew far beyond Spratlings expectations! Because he had created an apprentice system of training young silversmiths many new talented artisans had an opportunity to develop their craft. Over time many of these artisans opened shops of their own all with Spratlings support. During the Second World War, U.S. department stores were unable to import merchandise from Europe, and many retail stores purchased luxury goods in Mexico. In order to meet this dramatic increase in demand, Spratling opened his company to private investors, and by the end of 1944 had lost control of his company. Early in 1946, Spratling y Artesanos was out of business. By this time, Spratling had moved to a ranch he had earlier purchased south of Taxco at Taxco-el-Viejo. He never again lived within the town of Taxco. In 1946, he was asked by the U.S. Department of the Interior to develop a plan for development of native crafts in Alaska, and in 1949, a group of 7 young men from Alaska arrived at Spratling‘s ranch at Taxco-el-Viejo and began their training. Spratling had designed and produced 200 models for that effort, but after the men completed their training and returned to Alaska, the program languished primarily due to lack of government funding. The actual benefits of the program (both for Alaskans and for Spratling) were never realized. The time, however, that Spratling spent studying Alaskan native cultures and visiting all parts of Alaska created great impact as seen in Spratling‘s later silver designs. His design ethic in 1949 was dramatically different from those designs of the 1930s until mid 1940. He also used new materials in combination with silver for many of these later designs. Spratling continued to rebuild his business and had silversmiths fabricating his jewelry and object designs at his ranch. His designs were also produced by the Conquistador Company in Mexico City for a couple of years. Spratling published More Human Than Divine in 1960 and his archaeological interests not only continued but by the early 1960s seemed to take precedence over the creation of new silver designs. He donated collections of his pre-Columbian materials to the National University of Mexico and the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. Spratling has been called by many "a Renaissance Man." Throughout Mexico he is acknowledged as "The Father of Mexican Silver." Certainly the town of Taxco and its economy would be vastly different without the initiative and creativity of this man. He complemented its valuable historic past with a new vitality and spirit which recognized the importance of the indigenous culture. The artistic and economic foundation he established continues to flourish today. William Spratling was killed on August 7, 1967 in an automobile accident just outside Taxco.

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70‘s-80‘s Navajo sterling turquoise and coral bolo tie 14.5" long with no issues. Weight and measurements in pics.

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40‘s-50‘s Vintage Zuni sterling turquoise cluster squash blossom earrings. Weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling. Strong springs on clips Marked or unmarked as shown in pics, weight and other measurements in pics. Sorry but my jewelry is stored in a secure location and cannot be accessed for more pictures,<br>videos, or measurements until sold. If you look at pictures/description your<br>question should be answered. Thank you so much for your time and consideration!<br><br>All precious metals are tested and guaranteed. A Native American jewelry piece referred to as "silver" or "ingot" is guaranteed to be at least 90% silver. Bracelets are photographed on a 6" women‘s wrist.

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c1940‘s Zuni sterling and turquoise squash blossom earrings. Second quarter of the 20th century with no issues. Weight and measurements in pics. Solid sterling unmarked, solid sterling replacement hooks. Marked or unmarked as shown in pics, weight and other measurements in pics. Sorry but my jewelry is stored in a secure location and cannot be accessed for more pictures,<br>videos, or measurements until sold. If you look at pictures/description your<br>question should be answered. Thank you so much for your time and consideration!<br><br>All precious metals are tested and guaranteed. A Native American jewelry piece referred to as "silver" or "ingot" is guaranteed to be at least 90% silver. Bracelets are photographed on a 6" women‘s wrist.

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Vintage Zuni high grade red coral sterling squash blossom cluster earrings. Earrings likely from the third quarter of the 20th century, very nice cluster work. No detectable markings, solid sterling, hooks on top likely modern replacements. Marked or unmarked as shown in pics, weight and other measurements in pics. Sorry but my jewelry is stored in a secure location and cannot be accessed for more pictures,<br>videos, or measurements until sold. If you look at pictures/description your<br>question should be answered. Thank you so much for your time and consideration!<br><br>All precious metals are tested and guaranteed. A Native American jewelry piece referred to as "silver" or "ingot" is guaranteed to be at least 90% silver. Bracelets are photographed on a 6" women‘s wrist.

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24" Geneva Apachito 3 Strand Burnished Sterling/Turquoise Necklace/earrings set. Necklace adjustable from 20"-24", "New old stock" never worn condition. No damage or wear, retails between $1600-2k. Geneva Apachito Navajo Born in 1969 in Soccorro, New Mexico, Geneva Apachito was raised on the Alamo Navajo reservation. She was taught silver work by her mother, Genevieve Apachito.

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Collection of Native American/southwestern sterling pendants. Selling the collection shown, weight and measurements in pics. Mostly Native American made. All solid sterling silver with various stones. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Large Vintage Hopi Overlay pendant/pin sterling. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Very well made, unsure of Artist.

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Large Vintage Native American Overlay Roadrunner pendant sterling. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Very well made, unsure of Artist. Navajo or Hopi from the third quarter of the 20th century, unmarked solid sterling.

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Retro Sterling Montana Agate pendant. Marked by an artist once known, no issues. Weight and measurements in pics.

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18" Tommy Singer (1940-2014) Navajo sterling, gold filled, turquoise necklace. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Tommy Singer (1940 - May 31, 2014) was a World Famous Navajo Silversmith and his distinct style of Indian Jewelry is recognized the world over. 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. His early works were done in the Silver overlay technique but 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. Tommy eventually returned to his roots by creating Exquisite Silver Overlaid Jewelry with intricate designs. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist (non hairy), rings photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Delbert Vandever Navajo Azurite sterling pendant. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Very well made pendant with gorgeous stone.

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Large Vintage Zuni Indian Chief pendant/pin. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Very well made, unsure of Artist. Zuni Native American made from the third quarter of the 20th century, unmarked solid sterling.

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c1940‘s Zuni sterling turquoise cluster squash blossom screw back earrings. No markings other than sterling on backs of screws, solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics. Marked or unmarked as shown in pics, weight and other measurements in pics. Sorry but my jewelry is stored in a secure location and cannot be accessed for more pictures,<br>videos, or measurements until sold. If you look at pictures/description your<br>question should be answered. Thank you so much for your time and consideration!<br><br>All precious metals are tested and guaranteed. A Native American jewelry piece referred to as "silver" or "ingot" is guaranteed to be at least 90% silver. Bracelets are photographed on a 6" women‘s wrist.

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Amazing vintage Santo Domingo Coral lapis inlay fish pendant necklace JP. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. Sterling silver fittings and reversible pendant. Signed what appears to be JP on both bottom of fish and tag near clasp. Amazing with no issues. 18" long necklace

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Frank Lahaleon Hopi overlay dancer pendant/pin sterling. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues.

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Huge 1970‘s R Williams Native American sterling turquoise coral pendant necklace. Necklace 22" long, other weight and measurements in pics. All solid sterling.

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c1940 Early Matl 930 silver cross pendant. Late 30‘s-early 40‘s. No issues, weight and measurements in pics. Selling pendant and giving necklace free with it. This isn‘t as big or fancy as some of the later crosses, but I believe it‘s rare if not one of a kind and likely made by Poulat herself. Also known by her jewelry studio name MATL, Matilde Poulat was a Mexican silversmith and jewelry designer. Best known for her exquisite and intricate necklaces, Matilde was an exceptional craftsman, fashioning handset pieces that alternate between opulent and ebullient. Poulats career took off when she launched her studio in 1934. Only a decade later she would set the tone for the rest of the industry, inspiring silversmiths in Mexico, California, and beyond to copy her designs. These pieces have come to be synonymous with the name MATL, even when they arent made by Poulat, often being described as Matl-esque. That said, there is only one Matilde Poulat and her pieces are ultimately un-copyable. Starting as a painter, Matilde brought much of her colorful aesthetic to the jewelry making business, coming up with designs that absolutely pop with fresh colors of the American Southwest and Mexico. Matl pieces were extremely popular during Poulats lifetime, and that demand has only increased as the years have gone by. These pieces of jewelry are considered extremely rare and many dont see the open market, making any upcoming Poulat auctions something to watch out for. Matilde Poulat was a Mexican jeweler and silversmith whose pieces were famed for their ornateness and their color. Best known for the work she did with her own studio, MATL, a Poulat necklace shows two things: perfect knowledge of silversmith craftsmanship and a whimsical, fun side to jewelry that to that point hadnt been explored. That whimsy made MATL an extremely popular brand during her lifetime. It was impossible to get a Poulat piece for many years. Utilizing opal, amethysts, and one-of-a-kind pyramidal designs, Poulat was able to create pieces that had never been thought of, let alone created, before by a jewelry maker. Her practice was continued by her nephew, Ricardo Salas, upon her death in 1960.

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Huge Fred and Lolita Natachu Zuni Sterling inlay pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. Comes with insignificant 16" necklace Fred and Lolita Natachu Legendary Zuni artists Fred and Lolita Natachu are known for their stunning mosaic and channel inlay. Rainbow God and Knifewing are two of their favorite subjects. They have been creating jewelry since the 1970s. Lolita is the daughter of Zuni silversmith Jacob Haloo. Her sisters, Dolly Banteah, Nancy Laconsello, and Rolanda Haloo are also recognized Zuni inlay silversmiths. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Pete Sanchez Isleta Maria Platero Navajo sterling silver spiny oyster earrings/pendant. Selling the set shown . Two different artists but go well together. Weight and measurements in pics. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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1970‘s LD Native American sterling quartz included turquoise pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. 24" necklace. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Huge Albert Jake Navajo High Grade Kingman turquoise sterling pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. Having learned silversmithing and jewelry-making techniques from his parents, Albert Jake has been creating jewelry since 1987. Born in 1959 in Zuni Pueblo, Albert Jake now lives and works in the Albuquerque area. Known for his traditional Navajo jewelry with intricate stampwork and high-quality set stones, Albert is also a sand painter and a potter. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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James Avery 14k gold Delicate heart necklace 18" long. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. -anderas James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value for others. Mr. Avery believed that meaning is what makes life more beautiful<br>and this concept continues to drive how we design jewelry to this day. In 2007, 53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul. Mr. Averys mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaning both for himself and others. With a focus on creating straightforward designs and a core belief<br>of integrity in all things, his jewelry became more than precious metals and<br>gemstones. Guests came to him with their storiestheir special momentsso he<br>could craft them into pieces they would wear with pride for a lifetime. From<br>writing letters to greeting Customers, Mr. Avery prioritized developing lasting relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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Retro 18k/Sterling blue topaz collar necklace 16.5 " long with no damage or significant wear. Weight and measurements in pics. No detectable designer mark. -anderas

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EL Billah Navajo sterling beaded necklace with turquoise naja pendant 20" long necklace. Selling the set shown with no issues. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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large Retired James Avery Cardinal Pendant in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. -anderas James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value for others. Mr. Avery believed that meaning is what makes life more beautiful<br>and this concept continues to drive how we design jewelry to this day. In 2007, 53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul. Mr. Averys mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaningboth for himself<br>and others. With a focus on creating straightforward designs and a core belief<br>of integrity in all things, his jewelry became more than precious metals and<br>gemstones. Guests came to him with their storiestheir special momentsso he<br>could craft them into pieces they would wear with pride for a lifetime. From<br>writing letters to greeting Customers, Mr. Avery prioritized developing lasting relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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large Retired James Avery complex cross Pendant in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. -anderas James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value for others. Mr. Avery believed that meaning is what makes life more beautiful<br>and this concept continues to drive how we design jewelry to this day. In 2007, 53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul. Mr. Averys mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaningboth for himself<br>and others. With a focus on creating straightforward designs and a core belief<br>of integrity in all things, his jewelry became more than precious metals and<br>gemstones. Guests came to him with their storiestheir special momentsso he<br>could craft them into pieces they would wear with pride for a lifetime. From<br>writing letters to greeting Customers, Mr. Avery prioritized developing lasting relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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large Retired James Avery Butterfly Pendant in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. -anderas James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value for others. Mr. Avery believed that meaning is what makes life more beautiful<br>and this concept continues to drive how we design jewelry to this day. In 2007, 53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul. Mr. Averys mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaningboth for himself<br>and others. With a focus on creating straightforward designs and a core belief<br>of integrity in all things, his jewelry became more than precious metals and<br>gemstones. Guests came to him with their storiestheir special momentsso he<br>could craft them into pieces they would wear with pride for a lifetime. From<br>writing letters to greeting Customers, Mr. Avery prioritized developing lasting relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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James Avery Retired Zodiac large Charm/Pendant (Pisces) in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. -anderas James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value for others. Mr. Avery believed that meaning is what makes life more beautiful<br>and this concept continues to drive how we design jewelry to this day. In 2007, 53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul. Mr. Averys mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaningboth for himself<br>and others. With a focus on creating straightforward designs and a core belief<br>of integrity in all things, his jewelry became more than precious metals and<br>gemstones. Guests came to him with their storiestheir special momentsso he<br>could craft them into pieces they would wear with pride for a lifetime. From<br>writing letters to greeting Customers, Mr. Avery prioritized developing lasting relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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large Retired James Avery Cross Pendant in sterling. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. -anderas James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value for others. Mr. Avery believed that meaning is what makes life more beautiful<br>and this concept continues to drive how we design jewelry to this day. In 2007, 53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul. Mr. Averys mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaningboth for himself<br>and others. With a focus on creating straightforward designs and a core belief<br>of integrity in all things, his jewelry became more than precious metals and<br>gemstones. Guests came to him with their storiestheir special momentsso he<br>could craft them into pieces they would wear with pride for a lifetime. From<br>writing letters to greeting Customers, Mr. Avery prioritized developing lasting relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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Large 40‘s-50‘s Zuni Ondelacy Family Turquoise cluster pin/pendant. Nice old pin with a non-destructive pendant hook added later. Natural American turquoise, solid sterling silver from the second quarter of the 20th century. Weight and measurements in pics. Unmarked as typical of this era. ONDELACY, WARREN & DORIS (Zuni, active.1940-1960‘s). Specialized in large Zuni cluster work. Warren was considered a master silversmith along with his wife Doris. Recognizable techniques of silver repousse work often accompanied their designs along with the consistent use of high quality materials. Trader C. G. Wallace, retained many of the Ondelacy‘s pieces for his private collection. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed. A Native American jewelry piece referred to as "silver" or "ingot" is guaranteed to be at least 90% silver. I rarely use the word "sterling" when referring to older Native American silver or really any older silver jewelry as silver contents vary and "sterling" is 92.5% silver. No older jewelry is going to be exactly 92.5% silver, some a little over, some a little under. It wasn‘t an exact thing with handmade jewelry. I‘ve seen thousands of pieces xrf‘d to prove this. Bracelets are photographed on a 6" women‘s wrist.

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1970‘s Santo Domingo Sterling/shell necklace w/ brass inlaid pendant. 20" long, other measurements and weight in pics. All solid sterling All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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c1950‘s Native American sterling turquoise cluster squash blossom necklace 26" long, other weight and measurements in pics. Unmarked other than the numbers shown, solid sterling, mid 20th century, natural turquoise. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Kee Nez Navajo Tufa cast sterling modernist pendant with turquoise. Solid sterling, weight and measurements in pics. Navajo silversmith, Kee Nez, is a member of the Many-Goats clan and is from an artistic family. His mother is a rug weaver and his grandfather was a silversmith, but he credits his award-winning brother, Al Nez, with influencing his style. Kee uses 14K gold and sterling silver to create his stunning handcrafted surface design on bolas, rings, pendants, and earrings. He often uses sandcasting techniques to produce each item and many times uses the finest American turquoise or richly colored coral as a focal point on the piece. Kee was featured in Arizona Highways in the article “A New Generation of Indian Artists and has several pieces showcased in the books, Enduring Traditions and Navajo Indian Jewelry by Jerry and Lois Jacka. He has garnered numerous awards at Gallup, New Mexicos Annual Intertribal Ceremonial.

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Aaron Tallis Navajo sterling purple spiny oyster necklace and earrings set. Weight and measurements in pics.. 28" long necklace. Selling the set shown with no issues. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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1980‘s Benjamin Piaso Jr Navajo sterling and jade pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Justin Morris Navajo sterling charoite pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. Silversmiths Justin and Irene Morris began making jewelry over 50 years ago. At that particular time in American History many Native Americans were turning to art to bring in extra income to support their families (particularly those without college educations); he got the idea from his Grandpa Bitchittti. Not surprisingly, Grandpa proved to be right. In the mid sixties, Southwestern Indian jewelry started to make its way into mainstream America, finding its way across Sacs of Fifth Avenue Catalogs to featured articles in Arizona Highways. Before Justin decided to take up silver, he was a instructional aide for the Government at Dilcon Boarding School. Morris recalls Grandpa looking out for the livelihood of the family and notes, "the idea (for me to become a silversmith) was all Grandpa‘s...the learning (however) was all self-taught." Over the next few years, Morris began to learn and refine the skilled trait of not only fabricating jewelry from sheets of silver and turquoise but also learned the art of marketing. He managed to establish--over the course of 50 years--a clientele that spanned from as close as Sedona, Arizona to as far away as Frankfort, Germany. Also over the next few years would come Justin and Irene‘s children, Charles, Luskey, Calamity, and Keturah who would also take up silversmithing. Today, the business is a family affair and Justin accredits his success to his children‘s participation in the business and the support of his wife Irene, "(Everyone) They all helped out in the shop, (the children) ever since they were small...working together has brought us closer together." And from the looks of it has kept them together as well. Being in the business for over 50 years hasn‘t however been without its hard times. The Morrises, for business proposes, decided rather than continue to wholesale to retailers to take the business directly to his customers through a market place venue. In the early 90‘s Justin and his family decided to start to explore these markets. The bonus of exploring markets provided the Morrises with the opportunity that they very rarely had--to meet collectors of his jewelry. These markets also allowed the Morris name to take their business to a wider range of customers, enabling them to hone business according to their customer‘s needs. Over the past years Morris has been able to instinctively, wield his business according to seasons and market places which at times--the family unanimously have admitted--have been a hard study. Surprisingly, the heard times, the Morrises admit, are what measure the high points, which for them were building the family business name. And even in the dreariest of times, which Morrises have confessed their share, they comment, "you keep your mind on the Creator, and keep laughter close." The both of which have propelled his business forward in to the unknown. Today they, the Morrises, together, continue to forge into unknowable. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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1970‘s Santo Domingo Sterling/shell necklace w/chip inlay walnut pendant. 20" long, other measurements and weight in pics. All solid sterling All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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1980‘s Benjamin Piaso Jr Navajo Sterling wild horse jasper pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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HLA Favour Russian Charoite sterling pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Vintage RRT Native American sterling malachite pendant. Weight and measurements in pics, no issues. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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Thomas Francisco Navajo sterling charoite pendant. Weight and measurements in pics. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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20" Heavy vintage Navajo pearl sterling necklace. Nice thick handmade beads with no issues. Weight and measurements in pics. All precious metals are tested and guaranteed, any Native American jewelry referred to as Silver or Sterling is guaranteed to be a minimum of 90% (coin) silver and possibly higher content. Anything marked is guaranteed to be what it‘s marked, most bracelets are photographed on a 6" wrist, rings<br>photographed on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement is not given in the description then inside circumference is<br>shown where the metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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