REAL Native American Jewelry~
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Love your look! That coral bracelet is spectacular!! I've been wanting a coral bracelet but haven't found one that speaks to me yet.
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This coral cuff was huge meant for a man's wrist. The dealer (who's connected with artisans) had the bracelet pared back so I could wear it. So keep that in mind during your search and good luck!!
I love the size of yours, Susie!! I've been looking at a double row coral NA bracelet at a local store. They sell new NA jewelry they buy from contacts they have on the reservations & with NA silversmiths. They don't carry a lot of dead pawn because of the laws about having the paper trail & documentation when selling NA jewelry but they do have a few really nice pieces. I really want something larger than the 2 row. They also have a Zuni coral needlepoint bracelet that is wider but it's made for a smaller wrist. I'm drawn to it but it's way too small. They have a super large turquoise bracelet that is probably the most beautiful bracelet I've ever seen. It's definitely museum quality & it's not for sale for any price.
I told them if they ever decided to sell it, I wanted the opportunity to buy it.I'll just keep looking for the coral bracelet that speaks to me. I know it's out there somewhere. Probably with the oversized turquoise ring I want for my index finger. LOL
You and I speak the same language~I love the size of yours, Susie!! I've been looking at a double row coral NA bracelet at a local store. They sell new NA jewelry they buy from contacts they have on the reservations & with NA silversmiths. They don't carry a lot of dead pawn because of the laws about having the paper trail & documentation when selling NA jewelry but they do have a few really nice pieces. I really want something larger than the 2 row. They also have a Zuni coral needlepoint bracelet that is wider but it's made for a smaller wrist. I'm drawn to it but it's way too small. They have a super large turquoise bracelet that is probably the most beautiful bracelet I've ever seen. It's definitely museum quality & it's not for sale for any price.
I'll just keep looking for the coral bracelet that speaks to me. I know it's out there somewhere. Probably with the oversized turquoise ring I want for my index finger. LOL
Gals,
A couple of fun things. First the John Begay necklace, another White Hogan artist. His stamp has both a hogan and his initials. It has quite tiny handmade silver beads, giving it a delicacy you don't often see.
Then my craaaazy bow and arrow earrings from a favorite of mine, Cody Sanderson (Navajo). They are gigantic--see the quarter scale. As you can see, the arrow was made as a separate part and then inset into the bow. I love these so much.
A couple of fun things. First the John Begay necklace, another White Hogan artist. His stamp has both a hogan and his initials. It has quite tiny handmade silver beads, giving it a delicacy you don't often see.
Then my craaaazy bow and arrow earrings from a favorite of mine, Cody Sanderson (Navajo). They are gigantic--see the quarter scale. As you can see, the arrow was made as a separate part and then inset into the bow. I love these so much.
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Gals,
A couple of fun things. First the John Begay necklace, another White Hogan artist. His stamp has both a hogan and his initials. It has quite tiny handmade silver beads, giving it a delicacy you don't often see.
Then my craaaazy bow and arrow earrings from a favorite of mine, Cody Sanderson (Navajo). They are gigantic--see the quarter scale. As you can see, the arrow was made as a separate part and then inset into the bow. I love these so much.
Those are absolutely marvelous pieces, Jellyv!! The Begay necklace is amazing! The silver work is beautifully done!
Thanks, CD.
It's fun to see everyone's things and to share with such knowledgeable and enthusiastic collectors.
I really enjoy some of the super contemporary makers, along with the more recognizably traditional. Two of my very favorite smiths these days are Cody Sanderson and Jennifer Curtis. I have a killer Jennifer cuff that I'll share sometime...very powerful. Wonderwoman territory.
It's fun to see everyone's things and to share with such knowledgeable and enthusiastic collectors.I really enjoy some of the super contemporary makers, along with the more recognizably traditional. Two of my very favorite smiths these days are Cody Sanderson and Jennifer Curtis. I have a killer Jennifer cuff that I'll share sometime...very powerful. Wonderwoman territory.
Thanks, CD.
I really enjoy some of the super contemporary makers, along with the more recognizably traditional. Two of my very favorite smiths these days are Cody Sanderson and Jennifer Curtis. I have a killer Jennifer cuff that I'll share sometime...very powerful. Wonderwoman territory.
Can't wait to see the pics!! I love Wonderwoman territory!!
Oh my YES please share!!! Wonder Woman wear? I can relate!!Thanks, CD.
I really enjoy some of the super contemporary makers, along with the more recognizably traditional. Two of my very favorite smiths these days are Cody Sanderson and Jennifer Curtis. I have a killer Jennifer cuff that I'll share sometime...very powerful. Wonderwoman territory.
These earrings are insane!! I would love to see a modeling shot to get the total perspective, wow.Gals,
A couple of fun things. First the John Begay necklace, another White Hogan artist. His stamp has both a hogan and his initials. It has quite tiny handmade silver beads, giving it a delicacy you don't often see.
Then my craaaazy bow and arrow earrings from a favorite of mine, Cody Sanderson (Navajo). They are gigantic--see the quarter scale. As you can see, the arrow was made as a separate part and then inset into the bow. I love these so much.
Lol Susie, you're right, they need a mod pic to show the fun scale properly. They aren't for the faint of heart, for sure. [emoji1] I'll get to it, plus my Wonderwoman cuff, before long.