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Readda Begay Navajo Sterling Blue Ridge Turquoise Ring, size 9.25, 18 grams,<br>1.5" face. Little to no wear, no damage.<br><br><br>READDA BEGAY:<br>Readda wasn't a Begay all her life,but was a Martinez before marrying<br>silversmith, Ernest Begay..She comes from a family who are well recognized in<br>the Navajo jewelry industry,which is the Martinez family.To name a few,her<br>brothers are Calvin,Terry,Leon,Rick Martinez..And to have this type of<br>influence,how could you not produce some of the finest jewelry? Readda & Ernest<br>live in New Mexico just outside Gallup in a town called "Bread Springs".

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Vintage Southwestern Sterling and agate cufflinks. No issues.

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sz8.5 Donovan Cadman Navajo Sterling Campitos Turquoise Ring 2" face, 19 grams<br>with no damage or detectable wear.<br><br>Donovan Cadman<br><br>Born 1968 in Gallup, New Mexico. Started silver work in 1991. He learned silver<br>work by watching his brother Andy, David Donovan was born in 1968 in Gallup, New<br>Mexico USA. He began his silversmith career in 1991. He is Andy Cadman’s brother<br>and Gary and Sunshine Reeves’s half brother. They are all artists who create<br>some of the finest Native American jewelry in the southwest. He, like all of<br>them, creates jewelry in the Navajo revival style.<br><br>His late brother, David Reeves introduced him to this trade, through David he<br>was introduced to Eric Bonecutter of Albuquerque, New Mexico. As a silversmith<br>for Eric, he was able to gain some financial independence.

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sz10.5 Men's Vintage Zuni Silver turquoise and shell channel inlay ring. Heavy and high quality ring with no markings.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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Robert Chee Cast Sterling/ Carrico lake turquoise belt buckle. 3" x 2" x 75<br>grams x take up to a 1.5" belt. No damage or issues of any kind, appears unworn.<br><br>Robert Chee is a Navajo from the famous Manuelito Trading Post, New Mexico area<br>where much of the finest Navajo rug weaving is done. And now most of the weavers<br>have passed on, and it is rare to see the next generation weaving. Robert<br>specializes in traditional jewelry, and he excels in silver casting and stamp<br>work.<br><br>Robert’s father worked for the trading post as a silversmith, the old Mike Kirk<br>Trading Post. He has fond memories of growing up there, lots of hiking in the<br>mountains, arroyos, and they would also ride horses.<br><br>He is related to famous Navajo jeweler Harry Morgan, his first cousin, with whom<br>he apprenticed under. They grew up together living under the same roof, and in<br>the early days they lived in a hogan. Their mothers were sisters. The Navajo are<br>a matriarchal society, and he had a strong upbringing in the traditional ways<br>especially due to having 2 mothers.<br><br>He was born in 1952 at home. There were 10 children in the family, and Robert<br>was Number 9! Two of his siblings have now passed on. He has two children of his<br>own, but they are not interested in silversmithing.

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6.5" Navajo turquoise and coral sterling bracelet<br><br>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<br>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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6 5/8" vintage Navajo silver and turquoise bracelet 6 5/8" including the 1 3/8" gap 2 1/8" wide face in center, 51.7 grams 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. Most cuff bracelets are shown photographed on a 6" woman's wrist and will include a photo showing the inside circumference where the metal tip meets the number on the tape measure.

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6" Vintage Zuni silver and coral channel inlay bracelet, nice old bracelet,<br>unmarked with no issues.<br><br>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<br>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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14k gold, Diamond, Chinese Carved Hubei Spiderweb turquoise pendant. 1.25" without bail x .8", Marked and tested 14k gold, tested natural white diamonds, and high grade Hubei turquoise 5 grams.

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Southwestern Sterling Multi-Stone inlay Moose pin. High quality piece, thick sterling, nice lapidary work. I'm unfamiliar with the Artisan. 2 7/8" x 2" x 19 grams. anderas

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Vintage Navajo Raymond Boyd Sterling Inlaid birds necklace 22" long with 1.75" x 1.5" center pendant. 68.7 grams.Navajo artist Raymond Boyd must have been inspired by the work of the Zuni instead of the Navajo. You don’t see many Navajo silversmiths with this delicate work. Whatever brought Raymond to this style we are thankful because his work is incredible.

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Southwestern sterling spiny oyster, lapis, and turquoise pendant and beaded necklace. 18" long with 2.25" x 1.75" pendant. 80.9 grams

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Vintage Native American Sterling/turquoise claw necklace. Unmarked (tested) high<br>content silver 90% (coin) or higher. 18" long with 2" "claws" One mother of<br>pearl inlaid the others turquoise. 75.7 grams.

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7.5" Southwestern Sterling bracelet. 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 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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6.75" Vintage Zuni Inlaid stamped silver bracelet. Nice old bracelet, center<br>panel zuni made, hand stamped side panels and other silver work possibly Navajo<br>made.<br><br>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<br>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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40's-50's 24" Navajo Silver and turquoise necklace. Very unusual and well<br>constructed with no significant issues. Pendants are approx 1" 1 3/8" each,<br>total weight 100.8 grams.<br><br>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, rings photographed<br>on the appropriate sized finger when possible. With bracelets if the measurement<br>is not given in the description then inside circumference is shown where the<br>metal meets the number on the the cloth tape measure.

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6 5/8" 30's Indian Handcrafts IH Coin Silver bracelet with 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 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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6.5" Vintage Navajo sterling and turquoise bracelet 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 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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7 1/8" Navajo Richard Begay Heavy stamped sterling silver bracelet. Very well made, thick and heavy bracelet with no issues.Richard Begay was a Navajo Silversmith from Pinon Arizona. Richard passed away June 1, 2013 and we pay tribute to this remarkable individual. His work is displayed at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC and the Heard Museum in Phoenix AZ.He was known for both contemporary and traditional jewelry, as well as his innovative inlay designs. His work is represented in many collections and museums both nationally and internationally.Richard was born and raised in Navajoland, Arizona. Throughout his art classes in school, he always wanted to create the perfect shape. He soon realized that he wanted to create beautiful jewelry. He had been a silversmith since 1974.He borrowed jewelry tools from his father-in-law and set to work, learning the demanding craft of silversmithing.Richard was immediately drawn to the intricate inlay work for which he is known. As he perfected his craft, Richard explored different techniques of inlaying, always searching for the best way, the most beautiful setting, the perfect harmony of material and craft.He also developed an eye for choosing the best stones for his inlay. Turquoise and coral are his favorite, but Richard used a wide variety of stones and shells, including malachite, spiny oyster, and pacific coral. Not limited to the usual in anything he does, he also inlays opals, sugilite, lapis and other exotic stones into his award-winning pieces.The importance of harmony in his work is echoed in his silverwork. He incorporates important symbols from his culture. Corn was a significant gift to the People by the Creator--it represents life to the Navajo. The Yei-Be-Chai is the personal link between the Navajo s and mortal man. The Bear, one of the four animals given to the first people, embodies power and wisdom. It was provided for protection and guidance, and to ward off evil. Richard also uses the Steppe Design found in the wedding baskets and recreates special times, such as the social dances he went to. Encircling it all is his extraordinary inlay, adding color and life. The beautiful things Richard looks for exist in his creations.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 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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7.25" Vintage Sandoval Navajo Heavy stamped sterling bracelet. Very well made and heavy bracelet. There were several Navajo Jewelers named Sandoval, not sure which one this is.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 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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Leroy Begay Navajo Sterling/14k Turquoise and coral tufa cast cuff bracelet,<br>signature in interior, tested sterling and 14k gold, natural stones 1 3/8" wide<br>Fits a 6.5" wrist 1" gap 66.7 grams.<br><br>Award-winning silversmith, Leroy Begay was raised in Pinon, Arizona, located on<br>the Navajo Reservation. He has been making traditional Navajo jewelry for over<br>30 years.<br>Traveling extensively throughout the southwest, Begay finds inspiration for his<br>jewelry designs in the sights he sees. Bridges, various architectural elements,<br>rock formations, even automobiles fuel his imagination and are reflected in his<br>work.<br><br>Using sterling silver and 14k gold, Begay designs each piece, then hammers,<br>cuts, and solders his creations into shape. All the stones that Begay uses for<br>inlay, as well as cabochons are natural and of the highest quality cuts. His<br>pieces have gleaned numerous design awards including first place from the Santa<br>Fe Indian Market and the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market, two of the<br>most prestigious shows in the southwest.<br><br>Adornment was an important element of Native American communication. Begay’s<br>beautiful jewelry pieces speak strongly to his artistic visions and cultural<br>traditions.

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30's-40's Navajo silver and turquoise pendant/necklace. Pendant 1 5/8" tall x 1<br>1/8" wide, necklace 18" long. One of the back links has been cut to use as a<br>clasp as it didn't have one. It wouldn't be difficult to put a proper clasp on<br>it an re-solder that link.<br><br>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.

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Large Southwestern sterling Whimsical Cat and fish pin. 3.5" tall x 1 1/8" wide x 34.3 grams

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Native American sterling silver/turquoise feather earrings 2 1/16" tall x .75" wide x 7.9 grams, Mixmatched but functional backs, no other issues.

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sz7 Vintage Navajo silver and turquoise ring 32mm long face 10.1 grams<br><br>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<br>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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sz7 Vintage Dishta Style Zuni sterling and turquoise flush inlay ring. Very special ring, I don't recognize the hallmark, no issues, 7.9 grams.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 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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7.5" Vintage Southwestern sterling and coral bracelet, likely Native American made, unmarked, tested 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 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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Vintage W Johnson Navajo Sterling and turquoise pendant 2 1/8" tall with bail x 1.5" wide 31.4 grams.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 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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6 5/8" Zuni multi-stone channel inlay bracelet. Overall good condition with two small bruises to turquoise stones shown in 4th pic right next to each other.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 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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6.5" 40's-50's Navajo Stamped silver twisted wire bracelet with turquoise. Fracture in stone to give it character, the stone is secure in the bezel and not going anywhere.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 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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7.25" Navajo Sterling and Sugilite heavy stamped silver row cuff. 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 (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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Native American Tufa Cast Sterling Silver Naja with turquoise and Beaded<br>Necklace. Signed DDA, New old stock from "Eight Point Ranch" in Elgin TX, they<br>had a small Native American jewelry store, now no longer with us.21" necklace, 3<br>3/8" x 2" naja, 2" long earrings. 70.9 grams Marked and tested sterling, entire<br>necklace is sterling so are earrings. Earrings and necklace are unmarked as<br>typical.

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Vintage Navajo Silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, twelve blossoms<br>each set with a turquoise cabochon, central naja pendant with five stones all<br>bezel set in a rope twist surround, double bench bead strands ending in a single<br>strand, hook closure, approx 27.5"l, naja: approx 3"h, 3"w, 263.5 grams<br><br>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<br>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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6 7/8" Vintage Navajo Mary S Lew Atkinson Trading post silver bracelet with<br>turquoise. Substantial bracelet with no issues, marked as shown.<br><br>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<br>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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6 7/8" Vintage Navajo sterling and turquoise bracelet, unmarked with no issues.<br><br>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<br>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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sz 6.3 Vintage Native American Sterling Turquoise ring. Marked as shown, tested<br>sterling, no issues, 4.3 grams.

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Sz 6.25 Vintage Native American sterling/turquoise shadowbox ring. Marked as<br>shown, tested sterling, no issues, 8 grams.

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signed BB, buckle and eleven conchos with stampwork, on a black leather belt, rough-cut slits/holes, belt: approx 33"l (buckle catch to first hole), 36"l (buckle catch to last hole), buckle: approx 1.75"h, 2.25"w, conchos 1 5/8" x 2", 372 grams

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Vintage Modernist articulated sterling/turquoise earrings 35mm x 22mm unmarked<br>tested sterling. No issues. 20.7 grams

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Sz 10 Large Native American sterling/turquoise ring. Nice handmade bezels and<br>natural turquoise, signed M, tested sterling. 42mm x 27mm face 25.1 grams, no<br>issues.

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Signed Southwest Blue Gem Turquoise/Sterling earrings. Very high quality<br>earrings with high quality turquoise. Made by an Artisan I'm not familiar with<br>that took the time to write the carat weight of the turquoise on the back of the<br>earrings. 2.75" long x 1.25" wide 16.7 grams total.

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sz9 Large Vintage Navajo sterling turquoise and coral ring 11.3 grams with no<br>issues.<br><br>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<br>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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sz8 Vintage Native American Sterling and turquoise ring. Illegible hallmark,<br>nice sized unusual ring 15 grams.<br><br>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<br>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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7" Vintage Navajo Tufa cast bracelet with green turquoise. Difficult for me to put an honest date on but I believe it's from the first half of 20th century, stable fissures in stone.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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2 Retro Southwestern Sterling Rope cuffs. One marked Mexico 925, other marked sterling. Both approx 6.25 inside circumference including the 1" adjustable gape total weight 60 grams. Selling both for one price.

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Size 5 Native American sterling/turquoise ring. Great ring with a beautiful chunk of turquoise. Face measures .75" x 1 5/8" 9.6 grams with no damage and little wear.

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30's-40's Navajo Stamped silver carinated wire bracelet with turquoise. Very well made bracelet with no issues. Fits up to a 7" wrist.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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Fred Harvey Era Native American Sterling/Hubbel glass Heavy stamped cuff. Nice<br>large cuff 42.8 grams, marked and tested sterling with no other markings. 6.5"<br>including the 1.25" gap 1.5" wide in center.<br><br><br>Hubbell beads were glass beads imported from Italy, Bohemia and later<br>Czechoslovakia. Though there is not significant evidence the practice was be by<br>Lorenzo Hubbell, owner of Hubbell Trading Post, the beads have become associated<br>with his name. They were purchased as a less expensive way of producing jewelry.<br>Since the traders often supplied the Native artists with the materials for<br>jewelry sold at the trading posts, the traders looked for ways to lower the<br>costs of producing enough jewelry to meet the market demand. They found one way<br>through the cottage crafters in areas such as Czechoslovakia.<br><br>By the turn of the twentieth century, Czech bead makers were exporting large<br>quantities of glass beads to a worldwide market. They came in a wide array of<br>shapes, sizes and colors. Ones imported to the Southwest were shaped and colored<br>to resemble the turquoise and coral used in Native American jewelry. While their<br>use may have been only a substitute for the real gems that make up true handmade<br>jewelry from the Southwest, their import helped families in areas such as<br>Bohemia make a living during the tumultuous times in Europe.

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Fred Harvey Era Native American Sterling/turquoise Heavy stamped cuff.<br>Particularly large piece for this era with a beautiful piece of turquoise, no<br>damage 6.75" including the 1.25" gap, 15/16" wide in center 28 grams.

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Large Fred Harvey Era Native American Sterling/turquoise Heavy stamped cuff.<br>Particularly large piece for this era with a beautiful piece of turquoise, no<br>damage 6 3/8" including the 7/8" gap, 1.5" wide in center 32.2 grams.

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Maisels Fred Harvey Era Native American Sterling/Turquoise Cuff Bracelet. 6.5"<br>including 1" gap 1 1/16" wide 28.8 grams. Maisel's Indian Trading Post in<br>Albuquerque, New Mexico. Maisel's, located on Route 66, employed hundreds of<br>Native American artisans in the late 1940s and 1950s.

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Vintage Native American/Southwestern sterling earring collection. Selling the<br>collection of earrings shown all with no issues, all sterling 42.8 grams total,<br>penny shown for scale in second pic.

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6" Vintage Navajo sterling and denim lapis bracelet<br><br>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<br>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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Hand Engraved Southwestern Sterling/Turquoise cuff bracelet. Unmarked tested<br>silver (guaranteed 90% or more) Very unusual cuff with the most amazing done by<br>hand, it appears Native American but I'm not 100% sure, nice old mid 20th<br>century cuff. 7" including the 1" gap 1 1/8" wide 42.2 grams

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6" Vintage Navajo sterling and turquoise bracelet<br><br>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<br>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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6.5" Fred Harvey Era Southwestern silver bracelet<br><br>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<br>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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8" Fritson Toledo Navajo for Les Baker (1935-2014) Sterling Overlay and stamped<br>bangle. 8" inside circumference, 1.25" wide.<br><br><br>Fritson Toledo has been metalsmithing for over forty years. Fritson is a Navajo<br>artist who has been working as a serious silversmith since he was a teenager.<br>New Mexico in September of 1961 to Mae and Chee Toledo, Fritson grew up in<br>Torreon, NM. Growing up in a farming community located in a valley framed by the<br>Jemez Mountains, he passed his time drawing. Although he comes from a family of<br>weavers, Fritson found his artistic voice at a very early age while observing<br>his father working in their home as a silversmith. Fritson then taught himself<br>the art of jewelry-making using his father’s tools on the pieces of scrap silver<br>he left behind. Fritson eventually learned how to make his own tools and stamps<br>for silversmithing. He has clearly become a jewelry master using only the<br>highest quality stones.<br>Les Baker (1935-2014), southwest artist from New Mexico, was born in 1935. Les<br>learned to silversmith in 1962 when his wife at the time wanted a squash blossom<br>necklace. Les could not afford to buy one for her so he went out and bought the<br>tools to do so. At a Christmas party, Mrs. Maisel asked where she got the<br>necklace and his told her that her husband made it. From there upon request from<br>Mrs. Maisel, Les went to work for the Maisels. Les has also worked for Carl<br>Louthy, Navajo.  Over the years, he has had many silversmiths that have worked<br>for him such as Fritson Toledo, Johnny Watson and Harry Sandoval.<br><br><br>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<br>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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6 5/8" Large Vintage Native American Sterling/Turquoise Petit point cuff. Marked<br>and tested sterling, 6 5/8" inside circumference including the 1 3/8" gap 84.6<br>grams 3 7/8" width in center, no damage or issues.

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Navajo Ray Tracey Knifewing Sugilite/Onyx sterling channel inlay earrings 1"<br>square 11 grams, no issues.<br><br>The Creative Process Fueled by Inspiration<br><br>“God blesses everyone with a variety of gifts and talents.” The Creator blessed<br>Ray with the spirit of Creativity. Inspiration is the basis for his creative<br>spirit. Inspiration arrives in many forms and disguises when least expected.<br>Hiking the canyons of the Southwest, where his ancestors did the same, gives Ray<br>a feeling of reverence. Walking in peace with gratitude and thanksgiving opens<br>up the senses to receive ideas. Petroglyphs carved on canyon walls turns into<br>wearable art. Stories from an ancient past are re-lived on the faces of Yei<br>pendants. The evening sky’s transformation of color inspired the Earth and Sky<br>jewelry line. Once while golfing, a white butterfly landed on Ray’s golf bag and<br>accompanied him down the fairway. This incident brought the Butterfly and<br>Dragonfly design concept to reality. Having awareness of this special gift, he<br>aspires to know the origin.<br><br>Artist Ray Tracey has had a life-long love of jewelry. As a child growing up in<br>Sawmill, AZ, Asa Tracey, his Grandfather, influenced him with his stories of<br>working the goat bellows for his uncle. Asa would pump the goat bellows all day<br>long to fuel the fire in the forge that would melt silver in a small cast iron<br>crucible. This process was very labor intensive and his grandfather hated it.<br>The molten silver would then be poured into a tufa stone mold to form an ingot.<br>The jeweler would then execute his craft and a new piece of jewelry would be<br>created.<br><br>“I wanted to see finished jewelry and wanted to learn everything I could.<br>Whenever we would go to Gallup, NM, I would visit curio stores to see creations<br>in silver.” Ray spent time viewing jewelry designs at the Gallup Intertribal<br>Indian Ceremonial and at the Navajo Nation Fair. Anywhere, there was jewelry on<br>display; Ray could be seen viewing the works of art.<br><br>Ray’s family moved to Ganado, AZ when he was six years old. One summer day when<br>he was nine years old, he complained to his mother of how bored he was. The next<br>day his mother enrolled him into summer school and changed his life forever. He<br>went straight to art class and found a silver smithing table in the corner. He<br>remembered his grandfather’s stories and the rest is history. <br><br>“In class I fabricated my first ring out of silver for my Mother. I found an<br>unknown stone and made a cabochon. I tried to copy an old style ring design that<br>I had seen at Hubbells Trading Post. One teardrop flanked the sides of the<br>stone. It was a very simple design but it took me a week to finish. I kept<br>melting the silver. I made my next silver and stone creation at the age of 21<br>and gave it to my mother. It was another ring, but this time it was a split<br>shank with three ribs and three tear drops on the side of the stone.” I told my<br>father, I want to make jewelry for the rest of my life.”<br><br>Ray continued making jewelry while attending Brigham Young University. Studying<br>chemistry and physics by day and making jewelry at night. “The designs were<br>simple, my first love was Old Style Navajo jewelry. Weekends were spent<br>traveling to Gallup, NM, to sell his work. While at BYU another opportunity<br>arose to express his creativity—acting. “I wasn’t a very good student so<br>Hollywood had an instant appeal. My gift of creativity carried over into acting.<br>Acting was just another outlet of creative expression.” His adventurous nature<br>allowed Ray to spend several years as an actor in feature films and television.<br>This acting detour never made him lose interest in jewelry design. Eventually,<br>Ray’s love of jewelry brought him back to New Mexico to permanently pursue this<br>art form.<br><br>“One time while traveling to Albuquerque from Gallup, I noticed the horizon over<br>Laa Pueblo. I saw steps on a mesa. I incorporated this imagery of tiered steps<br>into a bracelet design.”<br><br>“Another time, while golfing at Hobble Creek Golf Course, I saw pebbles aligned<br>in a  row on the river bottom. Those pebbles became my inspiration to place them<br>on the sides of an inlaid bracelet.”<br><br>“Sometimes my creativity comes to a screeching halt. When this happens I go to<br>my roots; Old Style jewelry. That is the place of fascination. The Old Ones<br>utilized rudimentary tools to create their simple, yet perfected, pieces of<br>craftsmanship. From this point I am able to create from an inspiring idea. On<br>the flip side, sometimes my mind becomes flooded with more designs than I can<br>remember. Ideas come so quickly I can’t draw them fast enough.”<br><br>“When I see someone wearing one of my designs, it takes me back to the time when<br>the piece was created. Sometimes I can recall what I was eating or even the<br>music I was listening to. I will remember the inspiration that helped create<br>that design.”<br><br>Ray has found his path or gift of self-expression that has blessed, enlightened,<br>and influenced his life and others. Awareness of this special gift, fuels his<br>energy and creativity. Inspiration helps to translate his creativity into<br>artistic-visual expression. His creations stand as transitional figures from<br>traditional to contemporary.  He creates something good as he is drawn toward<br>untouched fields of yet-to-be-discovered imagery. Unknowingly he is creating a<br>legacy from which generations can learn and grow. Ray has learned to appreciate<br>and embrace the journey of life and its gifts.

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Mel Benally Navajo Sterling Opal, and Charoite channel inlay earrings 2.25" long with hooks x .5" wide with no issues 8.9 grams. Mel Benally is a 28 year old Navajo jeweler from Gallup, New Mexico. He was introduced to silversmithing by his older brother when he was 17. He enjoyed creating art through metal and soon learned to do other techniques such as inlay and working with gold. He uses the style called “fuzzing” where he solders silver saw dust to give it a rough texture. Mel loves making jewelry that others will enjoy and be able to share with their friends.!

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