Turquoise Charm Bracelet

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Sterling Turquoise Onyx Southwestern Treasure Charm Bracelet

Description:
Sterling Silver , Arizona and Nevada Turquoise, Onyx, Southwestern Treasure Charm Bracelet

Gorgeous Treasure Bracelet with Shades of Blue, Blueish Greens and Black...Loaded with Turquoise Nuggets and Rondelles, Onyx Beads and Vintage Sterling Silver.

Heavy Double Linked Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet-Links Measure 3/8" X 3/8" and are Thick. The Large Toggle Clasp (3/4" X 3/4" Diameter) is a Beautiful Sterling & Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Marked ".925" with Hallmarks on the Ring and Bar of the Clasp.

Bracelet Will Fit Up to and Including a 7-1/2" Wrist

The Total Weight is 96gms!

Charms:

Vintage 1" X 1" X 1/4" Thick Sterling Silver Inlaid Stone Heart (8 Inlaid Stones), Marked "ATI" "925"and "MEXICO"

2 Vintage Native American/Southwestern Motif Vintage Sterling and Turquoise Charms

Vintage Sterling Feather

Vintage Sterling Silver Southwest Dream Catcher with Turquoise

2 Vintage Old Pawn Sterling Onyx Charms (Star & Leaf)

4 Black Mottled Zuni Bear Charms

6 Black Heart Bead Charms

The Nature of this Type of Bracelet is to Hang on the Wrist Bold and Chunky...Nice Conversation Piece!

Southwestern Art for the Wrist!

Great Gift for the Charm Bracelet Lover/Collector!

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Native American Turquoise Petit Point Sterling Cuff Bracelet 53 Stone Hallmarked

Description:
Beautiful 53 Stone Petit Point Style Turquoise, Set in a Vintage Sterling Native American, Navajo Cuff Bracelet.

Marked "STERLING" and Hallmarked "N&R NEZ" by Navajo Silversmiths Nathanial & Rosemary Nez.

Measurements: Oval is 2" Tall X 1-3/4 Wide
Inside Cuff From End to End is 5-1/2" Plus a 1-1/8" Gap for a Total of 6-5/8".

Weighs: 27gms,(1 ounce).

Great Bracelet to Add to Your Native American Jewelry Collection!

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In the next couple of weeks I am thinking of purchasing an Ottlite product but I am not sure which lamp/bulb to get for the purposes I will use it for.  Any comments on your experience with this product and how you use it would be much appreciated!  

My intended uses are:  I would like to work in my jewelry/craft studio at night, but currently can not because no matter what lighting I use, it is just too dark and shadowy (is that a word?)...I would also like to take photos of my items whenever I like, rather than wait for a sunny day...I need close up light and whole room light.  Would a floor lamp be good enough or would I need a desk lamp also...what size bulbs...is there high definition lighting?  

Any information you would like to comment on would be greatly appreciated!!!

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Vintage Sterling Turquoise Concho Bracelet

Description:
Very Southwestern Hammered Sterling and Turquoise Concho Bracelet. Marked "925". Adjustable Toggle Clasp.

Measures: 8-1/4" From End to End
It is Adjustable From 7-1/2" to 8-1/4"

The Hammered Silver Conchos Measure 1" X 3/4"
The Turquoise Conchos, (I Believe These are Enamel), Measure 7/8" X 15/16".

Weighs 25gms.

Gorgeous Southwestern Bracelet!!!

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Onyx Sterling Vintage Pierced Earrings

Description
These Heavy Sterling Silver and Onyx Vintage Earrings are Beautiful! Lots of Movement. What a Find!

Navajo Blossom Design. Marked "STERLING".

Because of the Weight, the Earring Backs are Large Round Backs to Secure the Posts. These Earrings are Weighty, but Not Uncomfortable on the Ear.

Measurements: 2-1/2" Long to the Bottom of the Dangles.
7/8" Wide.

Oval Onyx- 5/8"L X 1/2"W.

Both Earrings Weigh 16gms.

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Native American Kokopelli Dancer Symbol

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Native American Kokopelli Dancer Symbol

Kokopelli, also known as "the Hump Backed Flute Player" and/or "the Mythical Piper of the Native American Southwest", has drawn from both ancient and modern influences.

In Native American culture, Kokopelli presides over both childbirth and agriculture. Two tribes, Pueblo and Hopi Indians believe Kokopelli brings happiness and fertility to all who hear his flute playing.

The Kokopelli is often depicted with animal companions such as rams and deer, snakes, or water-loving animals like lizards and insects, because one Native American belief is that the Kokopelli presides over the reproduction of game animals.

Kokopelli is important to this culture for his domain over agriculture also. It is believed that the Kokopelli's fluteplaying chases away the Winter and brings on Spring. Kokopelli is associated with rains and maize grinding ceremonies. Some tribes say he carries seeds and babies on his back.

Kokopelli, (often incorporated in jewelry items), continues to be one of the most easily recognized figures from ancient and modern Native American and Southwestern Culture.

Today my Featured Item is a Beautiful Vintage Sterling Kokopelli Dancers Necklace

Description: Vintage Sterling Silver Southwestern Kokopelli Dancers Link Necklace. Marked "STERLING".

Measurements: The Large Center Kokopelli Dancer Measures: 1-1/2" Long X 7/8" Wide.

Smaller Kokopellis Measure: 1" Tall X 5/8" Wide

Necklace is Approx 13" Long Plus a 10" Extender Chain.

Weighs: 42.9 Grams.

Kokopelli-Also Known as the Humped Back Flute Player.

This is One of the Native American Symbols of Prosperity, Music and Joy.

Has Wonderful Patina!

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Native American Kokopelli Dancer

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Native American Kokopelli Dancer Symbol

Kokopelli, also known as "the Hump Backed Flute Player" and/or "the Mythical Piper of the Native American
Southwest", has drawn from both ancient and modern influences. In Native American culture, Kokopelli presides
over both childbirth and agriculture. Two tribes, Pueblo and Hopi Indians believe Kokopelli brings happiness
and fertility to all who hear his flute playing.

The Kokopelli is often depicted with animal companions such as rams and deer, snakes, or water-loving animals like
lizards and insects, because one Native American belief is that the Kokopelli presides over the reproduction of
game animals.

Kokopelli is important to this culture for his domain over agriculture also. It is believed that the Kokopelli's
fluteplaying chases away the Winter and brings on Spring. Kokopelli is associated with rains and maize grinding
ceremonies. Some tribes say he carries seeds and babies on his back.

Kokopelli, (often incorporated in jewelry items), continues to be one of the most easily recognized figures from
ancient and modern Native American and Southwestern Culture.


Today my Featured Item is a Beautiful Heavy Collectible Kokopelli Pendant:

Collectible Vintage Sterling Silver Kokopelli Large Heavy Pendant. Marked "STERL" and Other Hallmarks that I Can Not Make Out.

Kokopelli-Also Known as the Humped Back Flute Player. This is One of the Native American Symbols of Prosperity,
Music and Joy.

Measurements: 2-1/2" Long X 1-1/4" Wide X 3/8" Thick

Weighs: 23gms.

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Cute Vintage Sterling Southwest Earrings for Pierced Ears.
Each Hoop Has 3 Feathers Dangling from it.

Marked "STERLING".

Measurements: 2" Long
1-1/8" Diameter Hoop
~1" Long Feathers

Turquoise: 3/16" Diameter

Both Earrings Weigh 12gms.

Cute Western/Southwestern Style Earrings!

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Vintage Collectible Taxco Sterling Grape Earrings and Pin / Brooch

This Pin / Brooch and Earring Set are the Classic Old Grape with Grape Leaf Sterling Taxco Design. The Earrings are Screwback.

Hallmarked. "AARON PLATA TAXCO 925". One Earring has the "Spread Eagle 3" Mark.

Measurements: Pin 1-1/2" X 1-1/2". Earrings 3/4" X 3/4".

Collectible.

Quarter in Photos is to Help Show Relative Size.

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Navajo Turquoise Coral Sterling Vintage Blossom Ring

Description
Vintage Genuine Turquoise and Coral Stones are Set in Navajo Sterling Silver Wrap Ring. The Silver Tooling is the Navajo Applique Technique in the Blossom Design. Sterling Rope Design Edging.

This Wrap Around Style is 1 of my Favorites...it is Very Flattering on the Finger!

Marked "STERLING".

Ring Size 7-1/2 and Can be Adjusted Slightly Being a Wrap Around Ring.

Decorative Front is 1" Tall on the Finger; the Band in Back is 1/8" Wide.

Turquoise Stone Measures 3/8" X 1/4".
Coral Stone Measures 5/16" X 3/16".

Weighs 6gms.

Very Pretty Southwestern Ring!

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Squash Blossom Native American Southwest Jewelry

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Today's Feature Item:

Turquoise Sterling Squash Blossom Vintage Pendant

Description:
Nice Old Genuine Turquoise Squash Blossom Pendant in Sterling Silver.

Measurements:
2-1/8" Long with Bail
1-3/4" Long without Bail
5/8" Wide

Bail: 3/8" X 1/4" with 3/16" Opening

Turquoise Stone: 3/4"L X 1/2"W

Weighs: 7gms

Unique Southwestern Pendant!

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What is a Native American Naja?

The Naja used in Native American jewelry design is a crescent shape which was possibly first seen by Native Americans on Spanish Horses. The Naja was worn as a decorative chest piece on the Spaniards' horses.

As the Navajo became very skilled silversmiths,the Naja became a very popular symbol done in silver work. Turquoise and coral was also incorporated into their Naja designs, along with hand tooled Native American symbols.

Contemporary Navajo art still includes the Naja symbol and is very sought after, especially by collectors.

Description of the Naja I am Featuring today:
Turquoise Coral Sterling Vintage 2 Sided Naja Pendant and Chain:
Beautiful 2 Sided Vintage Naja Pendant on 23" Vintage Chain. 5 Shadow Box Set Turquoise Stones on 1 Side, and 5 Shadow Box Set Coral Stones on the Other Side.

The Top of the Large Bail is Marked "Sterling" with a Hallmark that I Can Not Read.

The Bail is Stationary to the Naja (it was Made as Part of the Naja).

Measurements:
2-1/2" Long From the Top of Bale to Bottom of Naja
Naja Pendant: 2" Wide
3/8" Thick
Shadow Box Settings: 5/8" X 3/8"
Turquoise & Coral Cabochons: 1/4" X 1/8"
Bail: 1/2" X 1/2" with 1/8" Opening
Chain: 23" Long From End to End
Rectangular Links: 3/8" X 3/16"

Chain & Naja Pendant Weigh 36gms.

Collectible Pendant & Chain!

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March 12, 2010

Ever Wonder What Spiny Oyster Is?

Spiny Oyster
"One of the most popular shells used in Native American Jewelry is Spiny Oyster Shell.
Spiny Oyster shells are found in the Sea of Cortez, off the coast of the Baja Mexico and Baja California.
They are prized for their brilliant colors (purple, orange, red and yellow) which blends nicely with turquoise.
The Spiny Oyster shell has been used for adornment since ancient times and artifacts have been found in the sites of the
Aztecs, Anasazi, Mogollon and Hohokam".

I love the creamy orange color...it is a beautiful compliment to turquoise!

I have used spiny oyster and turquoise beads in this bracelet:

Copper and Turquoise Spiney Oyster Charm Bracelet
Description:
Handmade Copper Charm Bracelet Features a Vintage Hallmarked Teardrop Shape Centerpiece (Marked "Copper"), with a "Quarter Moon and Steps" Southwestern Motif.

Also Attached are Tons of Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Stones, Nuggets and Beads, Along with Some Cute Spiral Copper Charms and Beads. Sturdy 5/8" Diameter Copper Toggle Clasp.

The Bracelet Measures 8" From End to End Fitting Up to and Including a 7" Wrist with the Toggle Clasp Closed.

Bracelet Chain is Approx. 1/2" Wide with the Charms Dangling Down From this.

The Nature of this Bracelet is to Hang Chunky and Bold on the Wrist.

Weighs 76gms

Colorful Southwest Bracelet!

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March 9, 2010

Today's Featured Item:

Vintage Turquoise and Sterling Blossom Leaf Ring
Description:
Beautiful Deep Blue with Silver Color Matrix Large Oval Turquoise Stone set in a Sterling Blossom Leaf Setting.

Marked "STERLING" and "925"

Ring Size 10

Ring Front Measures 1-1/4" X 1"
Oval Turquoise Stone Measures 7/8" X 3/8"

Weighs 8gms

This Ring is Gorgeous and Looks Great on the Middle and the Index Finger Also.

Great Southwestern Ring!

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March 8, 2010

Featured Item for Today:

Turquoise Multi Stone Sterling Vintage Bracelet

Description
Sterling Silver Vintage Bracelet is made of Turquoise, Gaspeite, Lapis and Spiny Oyster. Gorgeous Bright Colors!

Marked "925"

The Bracelet Measures 7" from End to End.
Will Fit up to a 6-1/2" Wrist.

Stones Measure: Gaspeite-1" X 5/8", Lapis-3/4" X 1/2", Turquoise-3/4" X 5/8" and Spiny Oyster-1/2" X 1/2"

Toggle Measures 5/8" Diameter

Weighs 22gms

All the Colors of the Southwest!

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March 8, 2010

Beautiful Sunny Day Today! It is a balmy 45 degrees today in southern OH...and most of the snow is gone! I am going to get busy and make some sterling jump rings...here is my featured item for today:

Vintage Native American Beaded Necklace

Description:
Very Well Done Beaded Native American Indian Neck Adornment.

Symbols Include: Thunderbird, Indian Maidens and Arrows.

Purchased at a Pow Wow in Late 1970's.

Multi Color on White Background.

Hangs Down 19" Long
Width: At Widest 1-1/2" to 3/4" to 1/2"

Weighs: 64gms

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March 6, 2010...

Well the snow has almost all melted and it is a beautiful day today! My husband is out in his barn rebuilding a rail buggy. His barn has become the meeting place for all the guys in our neighborhood since he started working on this rail buggy. He knows where to find me...either at my computer or making jewelry.

The bracelet I am featuring today is a vintage piece...very pretty!

Description:
Vintage Collectible Genuine Turquoise Sterling Navajo Cuff Bracelet

Gorgeous Pale Blue with Brown & Gold Colored Matrix Turquoise Cabochon Set in Sterling Rope Design Setting, Adorns this Collectible Native American Indian Cuff Bracelet.

Lots of Navajo Stamping Work.

Marked "Sterling" and Hallmarked by Navajo Silversmith "AC".

Bracelet Measurements: 1-1/16" Wide
Inside From End to End: 6"
Plus Opening of 1-1/2" (Can be Made Slightly Smaller or Larger by Gently Opening or Closing the Gap).

Turquoise Cabochon Measures: 1-1/8"Long X 7/8"Wide

Sturdy Weight of 67gms

Very Nice Collectible Cuff Bracelet!

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My Sheltie

March 3, 2010...This is my sheltie "Kenna". She is intently watching out my front window because there are about 5 men and tons of equipment taking down 2 big dead trees in my front yard. She sat there all morning keeping on eye on them and only barked when they came and left. Of course, as anyone knows that owns a sheltie, my husband and I are her "herd" and having 5 men in our yard all morning was very concerning to Kenna!

How To Make A Beaded Necklace...

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Necklace How To:
Instructions:

Things You'll Need:
* Tigertail or nylon flexible wire
* Sterling Silver clasp
* Sterling Silver Jump ring
* Crimping pliers
* Sterling Silver Crimp beads
* Bead board
* Wire cutter
* Turquoise beads
* Matching spacer or seed beads

Step 1
Plan your necklace design. Use a bead board to determine the length of your necklace. These boards can be found at any jewelry supply or crafts store.

Step 2
Cut the tigertail or flexible wire so that it is long enough for a finished necklace. This should be about 20 to 25 inches depending on the length that you want.

Step 3
Take one end of the wire and slide it through the loop of a lobster-claw sterling silver clasp, then take the wire that is attached to the clasp, and slide it through a sterling silver crimp bead, (I used a toggle clasp instead of a lobster claw clasp-you can use either). Tighten the wire slightly, then use crimping pliers to flatten the crimp bead into the wire so that the end of the necklace stays in place. Cut excess wire if necessary.

Step 4
String large turquoise gemstone beads onto your wire. Use smaller matching spacer beads or seed beads as spacers in between your necklace design if you wish. This adds to the finished professional look.

Step 5
Add the sterling silver jump ring to the other end of your necklace after you've finished stringing the beads. Follow the instructions for Step 3 above. Put on the necklace by attaching the lobster claw to the jump ring.

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Snow is melting here-that means dirty paws. Kenna, my Sheltie will have a nice brushing today...she doesn't love to be brushed but she will put up with. She does love her "belly rubs" though :)

Here is some info on another of my listigs:

Native AmericanTurquoise Petit Point Sterling Cuff Bracelet 53 Stone Hallmarked

Description
Beautiful 53 Stone Petit Point Style Turquoise, Set in a Vintage Sterling Native American, Navajo Cuff Bracelet.

Marked "STERLING" and Hallmarked "N&R NEZ" by Navajo Silversmiths Nathanial & Rosemary Nez.

Measurements: Oval is 2" Tall X 1-3/4 Wide
Inside Cuff From End to End is 5-1/2" Plus a 1-1/8" Gap for a Total of 6-5/8".

Weighs: 27gms,(1 ounce).

Great Bracelet to Add to Your Native American Jewelry Collection!

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