Navajo Native American Indian Jewelry

The most popular stone is turquoise by far.

Navajo native american indian jewelry.

Depending on the region where the tribe resides native american jewelry takes on many local characteristics. Navajo jewelry and art has a long history as the tribe was formed from a variety of nomadic peoples of different backgrounds. Gold silver and authentic gemstones such as turquoise coral and opal are used by navajo hopi and zuni silversmiths. Some of the most widely used and popular stones in native american jewelry are turquoise coral jet and different shells.

The zuni of the southwest refined and soldered silver and gemstones to create symbols and animals that one could adorn themselves with. The southwestern navajo zuni and hopi tribes are known for pieces created from sterling silver 14k gold jewelry and stones. Native american jewelry has had many functions throughout history. Throughout the united states and the world native american jewelry created by the navajo hopi and zuni people using turquoise sterling silver and other semi precious gemstones has been collected and appreciated as incredible works of art.

The cultural development of the navajo people relied heavily on the creation and refinement of their jewelry and art. The navajo people focused their jewelry around rocks minerals and aesthetically unique shaping. The navajo tribe is the largest native american tribe in the entire united states southwest region. Jewelry southwest indian foundation promotes the time honored tradition of native american handcrafted jewelry.

We carry a large selection of authentic native american indian jewelry from hundreds of artists including necklaces bracelets rings earrings and more.