Alvin Yellowhorse Navajo Sterling Silver Multistone Inlay Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Its distinctive pictorial inlay and clearly documented maker hallmark offer strong appeal for collectors of contemporary Navajo jewelry.
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Dainty Zuni Sunface Inlay Cuff Bracelet 6.5 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous cuff bracelet is sterling silver with turquoise, coral and jet inlay. It measures 3/4 of an inch at its widest point. It has an inner circumference of 6 1/2 inches, inc...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Zuni Larry & Faye Lonjose Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Thunderbird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The intricate inlay work brings the Thunderbird to life with striking geometric precision and bold color contrasts, reflecting the Lonjose family’s reputation for excellence in Zuni ...
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Southwestern Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Southwestern cuff bracelet is crafted in sterling silver with a bold wide form and a raised domed front panel. The bracelet features vertical multi-stone inlay work with...
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Jasper, Sterling Silver
Zuni Native American Gan Dancer Pin Pendant, Silver Mosaic Inlay
By Zuni
Located in Milford, DE
Embrace the rich cultural heritage with this meticulously crafted Zuni Native American Gan Dancer pin/pendant. This stunning piece features a traditional Gan Dancer, symbolizing the ...
Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Onyx, Sterling Silver
C.G. Dukepoo Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Reversible Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This signed C.G. Dukepoo sterling silver statement necklace features a bold reversible design with round medallion links, cylindrical spacer beads, and a large sculptural pendant cen...
Amethyst, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Southwest Zuni Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A bold vintage necklace crafted in solid sterling silver, centered by a striking geometric inlay pendant. The focal pendant features black onyx, turquoise, and red coral arranged in ...
Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Zuni Bobby & Corraine Shack Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Hummingbird Inlay Cuff
Located in New York, NY
The bold design features an intricate hummingbird motif surrounded by floral elements, all rendered in traditional stone inlay including turquoise, mother of pearl, coral, jet, and t...
Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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22k Yellow Gold Vermeil Mosaic Inlay Signet Ring
By Chee Lee New York
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with Turquoise, Malachite, Carnelian, Lapis, Jade, and Jasper. All items are made to order, please allow 10-15 business days for items to ship after the order is placed. ...
Carnelian, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Turquoise, Jasper, Yellow Gold...
Vintage TUKA Mexican Modernist Silver Gemstone Inlay Bracelet, 1970s, 7.5"
Located in New York, NY
A large, heavy, Vintage 1970s Mexican modernist bracelet by TUKA (Taxco region in Mexico) in solid sterling silver. The design features twin rows of polished silver beads joined by t...
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Kachina Bolo Tie
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary vintage Zuni silver bolo tie featuring a fully dimensional Kachina figure finely handcrafted with intricate turquoise, coral, jet, and shell inlay. The detailed figu...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Cuff Bracelet w 14 Karat Gold Accent
Located in Greeneville, TN
The bracelet is adorned with expertly fitted sections of vibrant turquoise, richly saturated lapis lazuli, vivid red coral, and exotic black hardwood, all arranged in a striking comp...
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Navajo Jerry Nelson Solid 14K Gold Reversible Inlay Pendant
Located in Webster, SD
This stunning, one of a kind, reversible pendant is 14k yellow gold. It is the creation of Navajo Jerry Nelson. It features inlay in jet, coral, spiny oyster, turquoise, lapis lazu...
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Zuni F.L. Natachu Signed Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Inlay Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The wide sterling silver band is decorated with intricate stone inlay work, featuring turquoise, coral, jet, and mother-of-pearl in striking geometric and sunface motifs.
Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Peyote Bird Chip Inlay Squash Blossom Necklace Navajo Zuni
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Silver silver Squash Blossom necklace Crushed Turquoise and Coral Measures Naja is 2.90 inches x 2.24 Down to 2 inches x 1.40 inches Double beaded Total length is 30 inche...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Bird INLAY Sterling Silver Ring PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA Native American Zuni
By PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Inlay work on this piece made by silversmiths PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA. More of their pieces are up for sale on our storefront. Ring measures 1.53 top to bottom x 1.00 inc...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Zuni War Bonnet Inlay Concho Belt
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Zuni inlay war bonnet concho belt. Eight total conchos with matching buckle.
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
PORFILIO & ANN SHEYKA Native American Owl Zuni INLAY Sterling Silver Belt Buckle
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Zuni Belt Buckle This is a fantastic vintage Native American handmade buckle featuring a wonderful OWL. The inlay work is amazing! Artists Porfilio and Ann Sheyka. Porfilio ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Wes Willie Coral, Diamond and Multi-Gem Inlay Squared Cuff Bracelet in 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, the bracelet features a masterful inlay of vivid coral, turquoise, white opal, sugilite, and lapis lazuli.
Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asch Grossbardt Stone Inlay Fish Motif Hinged Cuff Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Perfect for those who appreciate unique, high-quality jewelry, this bracelet is a celebration of nature’s beauty and the timeless allure of fine craftsmanship.
Chalcedony, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold...
Sterling Silver Pearl Inlay Brooch / Pendant - Native American Zuni L.H. Lonjos
Located in Wallkill, NY
Sterling silver pendant / Brooch - Hallmarked L.H. Lonjose ZUNI motif is ceremonial dancer set in mother of pearl With coral, onyx, bone, and turquoise by one of the renowned Lonjos...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Leonard Platero Navajo Sterling Silver Station Mosaic Inlay Belt
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Navajo station belt by Leonard Platero, crafted in sterling silver and composed of individually articulated concho-style stations joined by coordinating links. Each station...
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Native American Becenti Sterling Silver Inlay Storyteller Buckle & Conchos 23619
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Native American Benjamin Becenti Sterling Silver Inlay Storyteller Buckle & Conchos Benjamin Becenti is well-known for his storryteller pieces. This belt buckle and concho set inclu...
Coral, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
RUCHI Marble Coasters with Semi-Precious Stone Hummingbird Inlay Design
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite coasters are handcrafted from marble by master craftswomen using the intricate technique of "Pietra Dura", or marble inlay. This highly skilled art form involves the ...
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Turquoise
David Freeland Jr. Galaxy Sterling and Turquoise Belt Buckle
Located in Toledo, OH
Galaxy sterling silver belt buckle by Southwestern artist David Freeland Jr. This piece features a desert village under a night sky filled with planets and stars surrounded by turquo...
Sterling Silver
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
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