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6 3/8" 20's-30's Navajo Sandcast 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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Vintage Zuni Carved turquoise necklace 15.5" long with 2 1/8" x 1 7/8" pendants.<br>91.6 grams with no issues. Great piece from the third quarter of the 20th<br>century 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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6.25" Juan Pedro Garcia Santo Domingo Silver 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 (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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6 5.8" 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 (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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6.75" 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 (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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6.25" Navajo Douglas Etsitty silver and onyx 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 (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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6 3/8" Darrin Livingston Navajo Gem Grade Amethyst and sterling bracelet<br><br>Darrin Livingston resides in Church Rock, New Mexico, where he has lived most of<br>his life. He currently lives there with his family. Church Rock is where his<br>father and grandfather are from also; this is where he learned his silversmith<br>trade at the age of thirteen. He attended public high school, which he enjoyed,<br>and after graduating he really got serious with the silversmith trade and earned<br>a living from it. A hallmark of Darrin’s jewelry is how is how precisely each<br>piece is constructed and finished. We call this how “clean” the workmanship is.<br>The stones are evenly set into tight fine silver bezels. There are no sharp<br>edges or other careless craftsmanship. His pieces are obviously the work of an<br>artist who takes no shortcuts and whose care for quality of every piece that<br>leaves his studio is professional and complete. From the simplest single stone<br>pendant to the advance design and crafting of a mulit-stone dragonfly necklace,<br>Darrin’s work reflect the best traditional of Navajo silver work and pride.<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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7.5" Vintage Navajo Silver and Royston turquoise bracelet. Great bracelet with<br>amazing handmade hand stamped bezels holding large chunky natural Royston<br>turquoise.<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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Large vintage Navajo silver chip inlay bolo tie. Nice bolo from the third<br>quarter of the 20th century. 40" long 3.5" x 2" 47.3 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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40's-50's Zuni Carved Leaf Silver bolo tie. Bolo slide 2 5/8" x 1 7/8" 36" long<br>cord, cord and tips are fairly modern. 60.4 grams total.<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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Navajo sterling and turquoise bolo tie 38" long, 2" x 1.5" bolo slide, 31.7<br>grams 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, 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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Vintage Navajo Silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace 29" long with 3"<br>naja 242.7 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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sz9 Richard Long Navajo Sterling and onyx ring. 1994 paperwork included. 2 5/8" long 25.3 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 (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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36" Vintage Navajo Sterling concho belt. Fits up to a 36" waist, can be hooked<br>anywhere. Each concho 1 5/8" x 1.25" without the ears that the jump rings go on.<br>100.1 grams, Unmarked but tested sterling.<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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Vintage Navajo silver and turquoise beaded necklace. Great necklace 20" long<br>with 1.5" x 1 1/16" pendant.26.1 grams.<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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Large Navajo sterling and malachite bolo tie by Julia Etsitty 39" total length,<br>3" x 2" bolo slide 60.1 grams total weight.<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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7" Vintage Navajo Sterling and turquoise bracelet, great looking bracelet from<br>the third quarter of the 20th century with no issues. 69.2 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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Large c1950's Navajo Sterling - Turquoise and coral shadowbox bolo 40" long,<br>2.75" x 1.75" bolo slide 47 grams total<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 3/8" 30's-40's Fred Harvey Era 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. 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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sz11 Vintage Navajo Sterling turquoise ring 26 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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sz 6.75 Vintage Navajo sterling and turquoise ring 7.3 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. 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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sz5.25 Vintage navajo sterling and turquoise ring. 18 grams, large ring. 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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sz 11.5 Southwestern sterling and turquoise ring. 18.6 grams, illegible signature, likely Native American made. 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 Shadowbox sterling/turquoise necklace 21" necklace length, bottom pendant 2.5" long, no damage or isssues. 17.4 grams.

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sz9.25 Vintage Zuni malachite and shell channel inlay sterling ring, no issues. 17.5 gramsAll 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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sz14 Large Vintage Navajo Sterling, turquoise ring33.3 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. 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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sz12.5 Large Vintage Navajo Sterling, turquoise ring 22.7 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. 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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c1978 Frank Patania Jr Southwestern modernist sterling bolo with turquoise and 100 peso Mexican coin. Bolo is 94 grams without the box of course. Comes with original Thunderbird shop box (3 out of 4 corners are split on box top. Bolo slide is 2.5" tall x 2 3/8" wide 38" long. I think this piece had to have been made in 1978, the year the coin was issued, a year or two later at the most.The training Frank Jr. received was a breath of fresh air in the history of contemporary American craft. To understand the importance of this instruction, one must look to Frank Sr., who came to America with his experience of the apprenticeship system from Italy in the wake of the Industrial Revolution. This had a lasting effect on the handmade tradition. Mass production became apart of everyday life. The need for the services of skilled, educated artisans declined, as did the apprenticeship programs that trained them. It was accepted that mass production pieces were in general of better quality than what most people could make. Many craftsmen were forced to close shop and join in the factory ranks as designers.The effect of mass production on jewelry design is evident with a glance of any "Sears and Roebuck" catalogues of the early 20th century. Since these products were being made for the masses, designs were often "dumbed down", reflecting "safe" motifs repeatedly rooted in past trends. Reproduction became the national aesthetic. There were however, "pockets" within the United States that were exceptions. The Kalo Shops and Roycrofter, for example, were teaching apprenticeship programs, but they were small factors compared to the overwhelming impact of mass production.Like many first generation American children, Frank Jr. was encouraged to follow a formal education. Interestingly, he did not choose applied arts, but rather American History, with a minor in Anthropology. Reflecting on his choices, he believes his father would have thought a degree in applied arts would have been "a waste of time," because nothing could compare to the crafts education he had already imparted to his son.By the time Frank Jr. joined the shop full-time, the climate towards crafts had undergone a major change. Postwar America witnessed an explosion in the development of architecture, industrial design, and the handcrafts. For the first time in decades, craft was enjoying a newfound appreciation, much of which was due to en masse support of craftsmen through universities and crafts schools. An indication of the health of the contemporary jewelry movement can be seen in the surge of important exhibitions during the 40s and 50s. The Museum of Modern Art in NYC took an important step by promoting the first major exhibition of contemporary jewelry in 1946. Magazines like Design Quarterly and Craft Horizon (now American Craft) devoted full sections to design and contemporary jewelry.By the 1950s, a number of people were making contemporary jewelry on a professional scale. That same year, The American Craft council held its first conference, attended by over 450 crafts men and women from 30 states. During the three day conference they addressed many concerns of the young craftsman, including: 1) the craftsmen's relationship to society in economics and social aesthetics; 2) design importance as it related to techniques; and 3) problems in professional practices in the small business. While many young craftsmen in the United States were just addressing these issues for the first time, The Thunderbird Shop of Tucson and Santa Fe had already found resolution in regards to these problems and had implemented them in to a system that allowed the creativity of the shop to flourish while maintaining financial success.Today, Frank, Jr. and his wife Donna travel between Tucson and Santa Fe. Frank, Jr. says he is grateful for the life he has been given, acknowledging his joy in being able to do what his loves for a living and finally arriving at a place in which he can create the pieces he chooses without the pressures of the market. (Fig 25-27) He looks to his son, Sam, to carry on the family name and traditions, recognizing the struggle of a young designer with a family and the pressures to meet payroll while still maintain ones own inimitable style.

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Sz 8.5 Vintage Native American sterling and turquoise ring. Very unusual ring, signed by an unknown to me artisan. 12.2 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 (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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6.25" M Yazzie Navajo Sterling and turquoise bracelet. Not sure if it's Mary, Marie, Mark...one of those. It's nice. 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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sz 9 Vintage Sterling/turquoise native American ring. Nice old ring, unmarked, tested sterling. There are some sort of scratched initials in the center back of the ring. 1 5/8" x 1 7/8" face 21.5 grams.

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Huge Vintage Native American Sterling turquoise cuff bracelet J Spencer. 2.75" x<br>3 1/8" face 157.8 grams. Fits a 6 5/8" wrist, 1 1/8" gap. No damage or breaks,<br>tested sterling/coin silver 90% or more guaranteed.

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7 1/8" Ben Chavez Navajo Stamped Silver 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 (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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Roderick Tenorio (1955-2013), Santo Domingo Pueblo, Sterling silver Bracelet in the overlay style Fits up to a 7" wrist, this is the real deal, made by Roderick by hand....not the mass produced stuff he designed for others later. You really don't find the pieces like this that he made himself on the open market very often.Roderick Tenorio, Santo Domingo Pueblo, 1955-2013Roderick Tenorio expressed his appreciation for the fruitfulness of the earth in his “Gentle Rain” jewelry collection. Roderick’s trademark symbols, comprised of 14 karat gold and etched sterling silver represent the rain katcina, the sun, moon, and sacred corn. Roderick took home the Best of show award at the 2001 Eight Northern Indian Pueblo Arts and Crafts Fair for an outstanding gold concho belt, which won major awards at other shows throughout the southwest over the same year.Roderick Tenorio was an award winning Santo Domingo artist. A 1981 graduate of the Institute of American Indian Arts, Roderick was accomplished in sculpture, painting and music. Roderick’s unique symbolic interpretation and high degree of detail earned him jewelry awards at Santa Fe Indian Market, Eight Northern Indian Pueblos Show, the New Mexico State Fair, and the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonials, including the prestigious “Best of Show”.Roderick loved creating jewelry. “I’m a very lucky man,” he had said quietly. “I was born with a certain amount of talent in art, and I had family, friends and teachers who encouraged me to develop my abilities. Today, I have the advantage of incorporating many centuries of tribal history, , myths and characters into my designs. I’m far less interested in defining my jewelry as traditional or contemporary than I am in striving for beauty…and I’m willing to let my work follow any direction needed to realize that end.”Roderick was born at home between April 28th and May 1st, 1955. The actual date is unwritten and may have been concealed by his parents to avoid having to “feed the people” of the village had he been born on May 1st the day when the pueblo celebrates San Felipe, it’s Patron Saint. He was raised by his Grandparents near the plaza in Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico.Roderick did not finish Bernalillo High but went instead to Albuquerque Indian School. He remembered writing three poems for the AIS yearbook and having one of them published. A teacher in the Band Room asked him what he wanted to play and he was given a clarinet. After a year of clarinet Roderick started singing. He even performed with a traveling ensemble as a singer.Enlisting in the Army after high school, Roderick was stationed in Lewitsburg, Germany for 2 1/2 years working Field communications. Friends wanted Roderick to leave the service and stay in Germany as a singer in their band. Roderick chose to return to Santo Domingo.For Roderick, Santo Domingo was not the same. He had grown 12 inches while in the service and became a threat on his return. He felt alienated and that he no longer fit. He began drinking and wound up staring at a sculpture in Santa Fe. A security officer from the Institute of American Indian Art (IAIA) asked him if he was looking for the registrar. The guard escorted him to the office of the school where he found his aunt working. She helped him complete the paperwork to become a student using his G. I. Bill. Roderick was one of the older students. He bought alcohol for the others students and “everybody loved him.”Roderick’s two years of study at IAIA were a turning point in his life. He began to really focus on his art work. He graduated with a degree in three Dimensional art. He liked sculpting stone or wood and sold his sculpture at the Museum shop.Roderick started making jewelry when he was very young and by the age of 13 he was making “superfine” heishi of turtle shell, turquoise, and pin shell. His grandmother had a grinder and polisher that ran from the slow steady power of an old refrigerator motor. Roderick sold his heishi to nearby gallery owners in Santa Fe. He recalled doing very well in Gallup with heishi made with distinctive stone combinations. He sold everything and came home with $1,500. In High School Roderick drove a new pick up truck supported by his heishi sales. With awards he won in competition, Roderick purchased a prefabricated steel trailer, and moved his bench into a 10 x 10 studio.Reticulation describes a sequential process of heating silver to a dark, dull red color with a torch sufficient to cause oxidation of the copper on the surface. The silver is then quenched in a hot pickle solution, soaked to remove the oxidation, and rinsed with water. The procedure is repeated three to five times diminishing in effectiveness yet increasing the depth of the fine silver surface. The deeper the pure silver, the more pronounced the effect. The surface layer, crinkles as it cools and at a different rate than the layer beneath, the process creates texture that catches your eye and makes you want to reach out and touch the surface. Silver reticulation ads contrast, texture, and depth. It produces a beautifully patterned surface, ideal for a wide range of jewelry designs.Roderick combined noble metals, semiprecious gemstones in a fashion and style all his own. Tribal Expressions proudly boasts of being one of the few to represent the sublime and the substantial creations of Roderick Tenorio, from Santo Domingo Pueblo.Roderick passed away in 2013, we miss his soft spoken voice and the way he explained the inspirations behind his beautiful, cool jewelry.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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Calvin Begay Navajo Sponge Coral Sterling Channel inlay necklace and earrings.<br>Very unusual set with no damage or issues 18.5" long necklace 1 1/8" long<br>earrings. 88 grams total.<br><br>Calvin Begay is an award winning artist, jeweler, designer and master craftsman.<br>He was born in Gallup, New Mexico in 1965 and raised in Tohatchi, northwestern<br>New Mexico. Calvin designed his first piece of jewelry at age 10, learning from<br>his mother an uncle. In more than 20 years as a jewelry designer and craftsman,<br>he has become a master in every aspect of the design and manufacturing process.<br>He has won numerous awards at the Gallup Inter Tribal Ceremonial, including Best<br>of Show in 1989. His jewelry has been featured in Arizona Highways and Southwest<br>Art Magazines. This gifted artist continually innovates and updates his designs,<br>working in both gold and silver, and adding new motifs and stones to his<br>repertoire. In his leisure time, Calvin participates in rodeos and rides in the<br>back country in his all terrain vehicles. When he creates jewelry, that wild<br>free spirit finds expression in precious metals and stone.He has a unique<br>ability to translate traditional Navajo inlay techniques into jewelry that<br>reflects his Native American heritage, yet have elegant and contemporary flair.<br>Calvin’s work is prized by clients and collectors, not only in the Southwest,<br>but throughout the United Stated and the world. In the artistry of Calvin Begay,<br>the stunning beauty of the untamed West is reflected in the combination of color<br>and design that create unforgettable pieces of wearable art.

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6 3/8" Vintage Zuni silver turquoise channel inlay 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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273.4 Gram Vintage Native American Sterling/turquoise cuff bracelet. Vintage<br>bracelet with no damage or issues, very substantial cuff. Approximately 30 year<br>old marker price tag with peeling acrylic over it showing it's age. Front of the<br>cuff measures 3.5" in both directions. Signed Alice Wilson on reverse side, no<br>other markings, tests sterling. "Puny" bracelet pics shown for comparison. Fits<br>a 7.5" wrist, 1.5" gap, natural Morenci turquoise stones with a great matrix.

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6.5" Vintage Native American silver - Turquoise and mother of pearl channel inlay bracelet. No issues, nice vintage 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 (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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c1940's Navajo Large Pilot Mountain turquoise silver bracelet. Nice large, old<br>bracelet from the second quarter of the 20th century. Name on back likely<br>previous owner, 1" gap, fits up to a 6.75" wrist including gap. 2 3/8" wide in<br>center 89 grams.<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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Vintage Navajo Sterling/turquois necklace/pendant. The beads appear to be stung on old sinew rope, necklace unmarked but tested and guaranteed to be at least 90% (coin) silver. Pendant possibly later (approx 1970's) marked sterling with natural turquoise. Necklace 26" long, pendant 2 1/8" long. 37.2 grams total weight.

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size 9.25 Old Pawn Navajo Silver/turquoise ring. Nice old ring I believe from the second quarter of the 20th century. Size 9.25 16 grams. Unmarked, tested and guaranteed at least Coin (90%) silver.

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c1970's Navajo Turquoise and nickel silver bolo tie 35" long 2.25" x 2" bolo<br>slide. Most likely made in the late 70's to very early 80's when silver prices<br>went through the roof, at that time silver was higher than it is now. 48.8 grams<br>total (not sterling)

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Vintage Native American Sterling/turquoise Shadowbox Cuff bracelet Unmarked<br>other than unknown artisan's stamp, tested and guaranteed to be at least coin<br>silver (90%), nice stampings. No damage, high quality thick cuff.

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Vintage Navajo Sterling/turquoise cluster cuff bracelet. Very nice heavy cuff,<br>Stamped RHY with some engraved numbers and such in interior, Tested and<br>guaranteed to be at least coin silver (90%). No damage, high quality thick cuff.

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Don Lucas Southwestern sterling coral, and Sugilte Hatpin 3" x 1 1/16" with no<br>issues.<br><br>The Don Lucas Heritage Collection was launched nearly 40 years ago. Handmade and<br>crafted jewelry, with Earth's rare gems and potent semi-precious stones. Don is<br>committed to preserving the origins of our country's lost traditions; honoring<br>America's Native and artful history. His authentic wearable works are at once<br>classic and bold. His commitment to custom techniques and celebrated ritual,<br>exalts the Don Lucas collection as one of the world's most appreciated bespoke<br>fine jewelry lines still alive today.

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7" Heavy Southwestern sterling silver cuff bracelet. Clean with no issues, no<br>artisan markings.<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" Leroy Begay Navajo Sterling and denim lapis bracelet. No issues.<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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Retired James Avery De Flores sterling and turquoise earrings. 5/8" 5.2 grams<br>with no issues.<br><br><br>James Avery founded his company in 1954, initially crafting jewelry in a two-car<br>garage in Kerrville, Texas, with just $250 and a desire to create lasting value<br>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,<br>53 years after he first founded the company, James Avery officially stepped down<br>as CEO and passed the reins on to his sons, Chris and Paul.<br><br>Mr. Avery’s mission was simple: to create jewelry with meaning—both 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 stories—their special moments—so 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<br>relationships with each person who connected with his designs.

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Asian/Middle eastern Antique Sterling turquoise belt buckle. Nice old buckle likely from the first quarter of the 20th century 2" x 2.5", takes up to a 1.75" belt, no damage. 68.4 grams.

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Chinese Republic period carved turquoise figure boy on water buffalo 3" tall x<br>2.25" wide including fitted stand. Very minor loss to bottom of reins in boys<br>hand after it hangs down, no other damage or restoration. Natural hand carved<br>turquoise.

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Vintage Southwestern sterling and turquoise bear pendant 2 3/8" wide x 2 1/8"<br>tall 12.3 grams, unmarked, tested sterling.<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.<br><br>anderas

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Vintage Navajo Sterling Peyote Bird Chip inlay pendant/necklace 2" pendant 23"<br>necklace 28.9 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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2 pr Sterling Turquoise and Nephrite jade cufflinks. Selling the two pairs<br>shown, round ones marked 835 and a makers mark, I think they are nephrite jade<br>but could be wrong, the others are natural turquoise and marked sterling on the<br>sides of the back.

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Retro Southwestern sterling double sided cowboy themed necklace and bracelet<br>set. 7.5" bracelet 21.5" necklace, total weight 187.5 grams, some minor wear to<br>stones, no significant issues. Both clasps marked sterling, the whole thing<br>tested sterling.<br><br>anderas

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Kenneth Bitsie Navajo Lapis and Opal high grade sterling channel inlay bracelet.<br>Very clean with no issues.<br><br>Acclaimed Native American Navajo Artisan Kenneth Bitsie is an American<br>Silversmith best known for intricate Contemporary Design Inlay Jewelry. Kenneth<br>Bitsie at times has been part of New Mexico local jeweler, Steve Harper of<br>Stoneweaver, select team of master inlay stone and silver artisans to execute<br>his fine contemporary jewelry designs.<br><br>anderas

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Sz 6 Fred Harvey Era Navajo Turquoise/sterling ring JP. Great looking vintage<br>ring 5 grams, no issues.

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Ella Peter Navajo Sterling Egyptian Turquoise earrings. No damage or detectable<br>wear 2 5/8" long x .75" wide 11.9 grams total.<br><br>Ella Peter, Navajo silversmith was born April 2, 1943 in the Tsa-ya-toh area in<br>New Mexico on the Navajo reservation. At a very young age, she learned the art<br>of making jewelry and weaving baskets from her father. She has been making<br>jewelry for over 45 years and is a master silversmith. Ella currently resides in<br>Mentmore, New Mexico.

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Preston Monongye (Hopi) (1927-1987) Tufa Cast Silver turquoise and coral<br>cobblestone inlay bracelet. 1 7/8" (48mm) wide, 1 1/8" (29mm) gap, fits up to a<br>6.25 " (159mm) wrist. 125.2 grams. Incredible design, quality, and . A work of<br>art by anyone's standards, one of a kind piece. <br>Recognized as an innovative designer and technician, immersing himself in “the<br>new Indian art,” using traditional techniques and motifs to create a<br>contemporary new look. He was best known for cast silver set with stones that<br>often were cut by his friend Lee Yazzie, and later by his son Jesse. Monongye<br>taught his art at various schools and workshops and lectured widely on<br>contemporary Native design. He won many awards at shows and competitions and his<br>jewelry appears in museum collections such as the Museum of Northern Arizona in<br>Flagstaff and the Wheelwright Museum in Santa Fe.

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Retro Sterling/turquoise clip-on earrings 33mm tall x 8mm wide x 19.9 grams. No<br>damage, strong spring on clips, possibly unsused.

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32"-37" Alfred Martinez Navajo Sterling/Lapis Concho belt. Larger Oval buckle and ten matched slightly smaller conchos, each with central blue lapis cabochon within serrated bezel, stampwork accents, on a leather belt, belt: approx 32.75"l (buckle catch to to first hole), approx 36.5" (buckle catch to last hole), buckle: approx 2 5/8"h, 3"w, each concho: approx 2 1/8"h, 2 5/8"w, 448 grams total. No damage or issues with belt or conchos, the quality is amazing on both the stampwork/silverwork and the leather belt.

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