Southwest Silver Jewelry: The First Century

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An examination of the first century of Navajo and Pueblo metal jewelry-making in the American Southwest.
Beginning in the late 1860s, the American Southwest region’s native peoples learned metalworking and became accomplished silversmiths. Their work was united with a long-standing native tradition of beads and ornaments made from turquoise and other natural materials. The cross-cultural appeal of this jewelry continued into the mid-1900s, despite competition from tourist jewelry and mass-produced imitations.
By the 1950s and 1960s, masters such as innovators Kenneth Begay and Charles Loloma created a legacy of fine art jewelry that is prized today. This development is discussed in the context of social changes and adaptations over the century. A values reference guide is also provided.
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Schiffer; 1st edition (January 15, 2001)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 212 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764312448
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0764312441
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.08 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.22 x 1 x 0.19 inches