Native American Jewelry Boutique Auction
Apr 14, 2024
382 NE 191st Sttreet, #388565, Miami, FL 33179, United States

Welcome to our upcoming auction featuring a stunning collection of authentic handmade Native American jewelry. These pieces have been crafted by skilled artists from various Native American tribes and showcase the artistry, culture and traditions of their people.

Navajo Native American jewelry is renowned worldwide for its exquisite craftsmanship and unique designs. The Navajo people have a long history of jewelry-making, and their pieces often feature intricate silverwork and vibrant gemstones.

Navajo jewelry is known for its use of sterling silver, which is often hand-stamped, engraved, or shaped into intricate designs. Traditional Navajo designs include geometric patterns, nature-inspired motifs like feathers and leaves, and cultural symbols such as arrows and thunderbirds.

Turquoise is one of the most iconic gemstones used in Navajo jewelry, and it holds great significance in Navajo culture. Other gemstones commonly used include coral, lapis lazuli, spiny oyster shell, and various types of colorful stones.

Navajo jewelry encompasses a wide range of pieces, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, and belt buckles. Each piece is meticulously crafted by Navajo artisans, who often employ traditional techniques such as soldering, stone-setting, and beadwork.

When purchasing Navajo Native American jewelry, it's important to support authentic Navajo artisans and ensure that the pieces are made by members of the Navajo Nation. Look for reputable galleries, shops, and online platforms that specialize in selling authentic Native American jewelry, as they often work directly with Navajo artists and provide a fair market for their work.


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LOT 40:

Richard Jim Morenci Turquoise Cuff

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Sold for: $850
Start price:
$ 500
Estimated price :
$5,600 - $8,500
Buyer's Premium: 18% More details
sales tax: 7% On lot's price, no sales tax on commission
Users from foreign countries may be exempted from tax payments, according to the relevant tax regulations
Auction took place on Apr 14, 2024 at Turquoise Mountain Auctions LLC
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Richard Jim Morenci Turquoise Cuff
This Richard Jim sterling silver cuff bracelet features a scare and highly sought after Morenci Turquoise gemstone L 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 W. The Morenci Turquoise mine was famous for producing a true blue color which is displayed beautifully in this cabachon. It is set in a sawtooth bezel surrounded by twisted wire and sterling silver handmade stars, dots and other shaped sterling silver appliques. Richard finishes with his signature intricate hand stamping and carvng which is carried over onto the inner face of the cuff. Size 6 1/4" Gap 1" Width 2".
Weight:  202 gr

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