Native American Silver Jewelry

Learn about Native American Silver Jewelry from Dillon Hartman of Durango Silver Company. Dillon Hartman goes through the different styles of Native American Silver Jewelry that are associated with the different tribes and a brief history of Native American Silver Jewelry. The examples of the Silver Jewelry in the video are not all of the styles that are famous, nor are they the highest level, they are simply common looks of Native American Silver Jewelry from different tribes.

[@Nrscathy60]

Amazing! When I was a little girl, my dad's Uncle owned " The Wig Wham Shop." It was in Northern MN, out of Grand Rapids toward northeast. He was a jeweler. He wasn't Native American, but the shop was in the area of where they lived and many worked with him in the shop. I have pieces from the 1960's that are made from copper. I had other pieces with stones, but have been misplaced now. I really loved your video, thank you!❤

[@BlessedBaubles]

Excellent video. Would love to see more from you as you have actually lived and grow up with this knowledge. The only thing I’d say is, the flute music is a distraction, or could be turned down some. Hoping to see more from you on this beautiful trade and incredible people who made these pieces.Thank you.

[@rhiannonrhiannon6285]

Great video! Beautiful jewelry! I love Native American jewelry!!

[@jimbettridge3123]

That piece that your Dad made is beautiful Dillon, stands out in this collection, very talented man.

[@mercjo17]

By far the BEST explanation I have ever heard. Thank you very much!

[@JohnHartmanDurango]

I appreciate your response, makes me feel good about myself, John Hartman

[@katharinatrub1338]

I am happy for having been led on to your channel. I learned more about Turquoise, Traditions and Jewelry. You have a Style to talk about your Field, which is touching me, humble but knowledgable!

[@bettymorgan5861]

Thank you, lovely works of art. 🤓🇨🇦

[@bonnieikamas1201]

Beautiful and interesting video!!! Thanks for the education!

[@upcycledwear]

Wow!! Those are absolutely beautiful pieces. Love the piece made by your dad that is gorgeous!

[@judyrogers9313]

Stunning collection!

[@mkd4076]

that hopi horse is stunning

[@ThelmaThrift]

Wonderful video. Thanks ♥️

[@jennymerrill766]

Thank you! Very interesting

[@Hartcore11]

A year ago I found a Navaho pendant on a Japanese beach metal detecting. Some Japanese are into Navajo, Hopi and Zuni style jewelry. In the last 3 months I've began purchasing American Indian jewelry at some 2nd hand stores here in Japan. I now have 2 Navajo pendants. 2 Hopi pendants and 2 Hopi Rings. I was looking at a Zuni pendant, but the price was beyond my wallet. There was also some fake Navajo wrist band. They claimed it was silver, but it was Aluminum. Couldn't believe they were trying to claim it as silver. Something of note is that some Native American silver has a higher silver content than standard 925 sterling. Nice video.

[@MK-ih6wp]

Do you have any good links to learn the differences between Zuni, Hopi, Navajo designs? I inherited my grandparents Native American jewelry collection & I am trying to learn more so I can better appreciate these stunning pieces!

[@MK-ih6wp]

LOL, I just finished watching to the end of this video, and he gave me some good tips on how to distinguish the different kinds..

[@coronajewelry]

Great educational video by a native American who knows his stuff. The only problem I have is that I was trying so hard to hear what you are saying because the music was too loud, next tme the music should be heard in the background so we can hear you clearly. :)

[@fashionistalagerfeld1954]

Wow!! I really enjoyed your video on the jewelry and different tribes that made them! I especially loved the piece of jewelry that your father made ! It was absolutely beautiful!!!

[@melanie.l6282]

Beautiful jewelry and beautiful music and your voice is so relaxing

[@robinpevlor8274]

Thank you so much. I have recently purchased a ring and a cuff from Durango Silver. They are so beautiful . You are very good at video's.

[@247KW]

Thank you for sharing. I grew up with the Navajo and I wish I still had all my jewelry.

[@JayCambare]

Another great educational video. Thanks so much Hartmans for taking the time to share your knowledge and passion of native jewelry with all of us.

[@JohnHartmanDurango]

You are very welcome! John

[@tanyafaltinson4516]

I too, would also like to say thank you so much for your very informative and educational video! I'm gaining a better understanding and appreciation for these pieces, and it all comes from watching video's like this. Again, thank you!...

[@mariarosagomez4385]

Son culturas tan interesantes, siempre quiero saber más, mil gracias por mostrar tan bellos y finos trabajos de joyeria

[@RockabillySocialite]

I'm just getting into collecting and this was very helpful! Thank you!!

[@katiemulenburg6912]

Just wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@JohnHartmanDurango]

You are welcome, John

[@bernarddesautels9096]

Good educational video of what is out there for Native American jewelry.

[@roseflast]

I really enjoyed your video, thank you!!! You are so relaxing to listen to and easy to understand! :)

[@JohnHartmanDurango]

That is very nice of you, makes me want to do more, appreciate it! John Hartman

[@kimstahl6833]

I throughly enjoyed your video. So informative. Thank you .

[@mkd4076]

the last scene piece stunning

[@dinamonaghan7524]

Lots of information. Super helpful video. Thank you.

[@kaycox5555]

Very nice show - thank you for sharing!

[@ententanz0162]

Very interesting presentation. Thank you!

[@christinecortese9973]

Thanks. This came at the right time for me. I hope you are well and enjoying life 8 years on.

[@sandraconko4647]

Lovely music but it is too loud

[@michelleknight7362]

Wow... Very Impressive I was looking for something completely different and I found what I needed and Bam 💥 their you were. I’m having a bad day but this video lifted my spirits... Gorgeous Jewelry Thank you AUMi Jewels

[@fashionistalagerfeld1954]

I enjoyed this very much. Thank you

[@corystreat7605]

Thank you very much! Appreciate your video, Cory

[@grateful7839]

Really nicely done !

[@katrussell6819]

Thank you. I should have someone ID some of the old pieces I have.

[@Kit-thrift]

Very informative thank you!

[@nicolemariecastillo5456]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@marielfranco1504]

I'm glad to find your class about native american jewelry....thank you so much.....

[@satoamoy]

Very helpful! Thanks.

[@betterlatethannev100]

thanks again , very helpful

[@maryf259]

Thank you…very informative!

[@ellocoquehizoeso]

Gracias love your knowledge. Hagan mas videos nuevos.

[@kakumee]

Qujanarrusaq!! Thank you very much in kalaallisut Greenlandic. This is a great video!! Been looking for something like this for a long time!!

[@TheTopaz60]

Many thanks for this great and educational very interesting video, nicely put together.

[@JohnHartmanDurango]

You are welcome, happy you enjoy our work!

[@deihjah6644]

I recently bought a Navajo bracelet for $75 from a pawn shop....it has 3 prong arm band, roping added in between, with a oval shaped cabochon turquoise that is greenish-blue broken up by a brownish-red matrix that shows in the sun light....its not stabilized ....I can feel the veins in between the turquoise and at the sides the matrix is a little rough.....the cabochon is approx. 1-1/4 inches long it sits about 1/4 high on a bed of 8 silver feathers with a few rain drops in between with a curly -q at 1 & 7 o'clock on each end......the turquoise looks like broken large pieces with smaller pieces through out and on the edges....after I got home I rubbed the back/flat part of the bracelet and discovered a signature....P. Binn or Bisne-ta?.......Navajo? its written in cursive , so I can't quite make it out.....I absolutely love it!....but I don't know what type of turqouise it is....Kingman?.....Bisbee?.....or what?....Im in the midwest and there aren't any jewelers that I know of who can tell me.....clearly the guy who sold it to me...had no clue....we are still dealing with the Corona...and he didn't want to touch it because the silver was very dark etc.....he was worried about germs....so his lost....my gain!

[@EdVanMeyer]

Amazing articles!

[@LorenaYoungJewelry]

Great video! I really enjoyed it. I also sell lots of Navajo jewelry, and I really admire and appreciate all this fine jewelry from the native Americans ❤️🥰

[@dawnwesterbeck5744]

Love the info but needs to be closer with better lighting please

[@Nrscathy60]

Correction, my great-uncles shop was the "Wigwam" Shop.❤ He had a life sized painted carved wooden Chief in full headress out front.

[@kellyepifanio6182]

Great presentation. I love your father's bracelet. What type of turquoise is that?

[@lovethelordjesuspraisethel3286]

I have a piece of maybe the Inlay type.. It was was my Mother who gave me alot of Antique jewelry art,etc of everything..its triangle like bit rounder on the side so its slanted like, a picture carved with 980 metal and more markings. It is an old pin and also a place made to wear it as a necklace..I think A king?? Chief or? Has Maybe kind of shell in areas the silver is not.. Maybe IF I can find Markings of what's on the back I would know more?? Do you take pictures of pieces? It is unique..I Appreciate all the information you give..Love and hugs out to you and your Family 🙏🙏🙏🤟

[@dillonhartman4408]

Kyolm, Good questions. I personally believe that the highest quality Turquoise is determined by the gemological qualities. Having said that, the majority of the people in the Turquoise industry also factor in the supply each mine produced, when the mine closed, and other factors that make material from a certain mine scarce. We also factor in the aesthetically value. Many collectors believe that Spiderweb Turquoise is the most valuable, especially American and Japanese customers. Spiderweb Turquoise the rarest look of Turquoise from any mine. Having said that lately Sleeping Beauty Turquoise has sky rocketed in price and has become the most desirable Turquoise in China. The rare lime green Turquoise are highly valued. Dendrite Turquoise is highly valued. So, I think your question is a loaded question and not easy to answer. My best answer is that if you base the quality on gemological factors such as hardness, you will find the best quality, then from that point each buyer needs to base the worth on what they like as far as looks. Hope this helps.

[@elsietamburelli8780]

Thank you

[@marybrand8269]

Enjoyed

[@sylviamercado617]

VERY GOOD

[@my4daughter]

The small bangle with turquoise in the center with arrow and other stamp design. If make in 18k gold how much would it cost ??

[@wandaphillips7886]

Great Video! Thank you for sharing the history and representation of each tribe's talent! I have loved turquoise since I was a child and now have the means to collect a few pieces each year. I loved your wife's and dad's jewelry. My favorite mines are Bisbee, Kingman, and Royston. I think Sleeping Beauty stones are beautiful, but they look like plastic in many cases. I am not confident in identifying them, but I can see from your pieces they can look "too perfect."

[@wandaphillips7886]

Has anyone put together a collection of Native American Hallmarks? I have a few vintage pieces that are signed and would like to know who created them. Thank you

[@passionmusique8886]

Très beaux !!!!!♥♥♥♥♥

[@merinashylaja2549]

very informative video but background music was a bit too loud

[@josianedemena5327]

Magnificent!!!🥰😍🤩

[@dorenescrima5982]

Have a 1970 to 1974 navajo squesh blossum but I can't a stamp marking on it. Bought it in durango,colo. at rhe durango trading post. was there any time they didn't stamp them. How can I find out?

[@annedarr1894]

Music too loud

[@craigdunn3231]

I like the rings

[@conniewright1113]

I have two pieces that came from a watch. They are marked with just a H. I can not find anything on this. I think a video on identifying signatures on pieces would be great. Thanks

[@Patty-to3rp]

Hard to identify a Hallmark with one letter. Good luck!

[@jenbeautylifestyle3944]

V v nic Collection

[@savannahgill3621]

Very interesting but music is louder than the mike your wearing

[@janicenicholls5924]

No music please, I really would love to hear what you have to say.

[@melanie.l6282]

The necklace that your wife has made is so nice she is gifted

[@anthonyromero5479]

That Hopi horse looks like a tufa cast.

[@janettaschuch3591]

Music way too loud. Hard to hear you talk.

[@teresamasters7269]

This is very educational,I would like to know how do you if the turquoise are real,or fake rocks

[@kyolym]

Hi what would be considered the most desirable and highest quality turquoise? what should I look for when collecting? thanks so much for this video!

[@DurangoSilver]

Simply answered, high grade natural American Turquoise. There are certain mines that are highly collectible, but unless you are a stone expert I advise staying away from buying those brand name turquoise until you are a novice to professional collector. I would start with looking for jewelry with natural gems and well crafted metal work. Look for good clean solder joints, stamp work, etc.

[@mamadorido]

@@DurangoSilver Do you buy? How would I see if what I have is something you are interested in? It is a set, necklace and earrings of number8 turquoise and sterling signed by E.KEE

[@JohnHartmanDurango]

@@mamadorido Send photos with complete info and contact info to [e-mail]

[@user-hk1jy7pk5l]

👍👍

[@DurangoSilver]

I think you are looking for Mark CHEE... hope that helps

[@charlottedonell2453]

Very interesting but hard to hear over the music.

[@najattvmorocco8164]

👍👍👍👍

[@parveshkumar3055]

Out standing best best best the best quality stone turquoise

[@mayurireddy8196]

Beautiful turquoise haram

[@sharoncrafts2580]

Cannot hear what he is saying, sometjing wrong with audio. The music is great though.

[@ellenbontorno1411]

Your back ground music is too loud

[@susanperry6648]

Since I am short a heavy reckless is too much.

[@addestensfors8425]

Very interesting but skipp loud music and lot's of O.K-s

[@dorenescrima5982]

Please turn the music down

[@onnmoore6975]

Can you help me I have 1 jewelry I dot know how jewelry works my English in no good I can sand you pic ka please help me look jewelry yeah 1975

[@johnbravo1005]

Turn off music next time. Could barely hear half of what you said

[@davidquid4119]

The music was too distracting for me to hear what he was saying.. sorry, I had a lot of trouble concentrating on the words, information trying to learn because of the music.. had to stop video, sorry..

[@bhamgathering]

whats the story???

[@tommycalabaza2844]

Go by bbn

[@ellenmcintyre1247]

The information you're giving is great very detailed you're moving at a good clip. But, using okay or unkei as a sentence connector or stop is very annoying and unprofessional I understand this is made 8 years ago and I certainly hope you have progressed in your presentations, because you're knowledgeable in your field. Thank you for sharing that knowledge with me.

[@danvango]

didnt care for the loud music

[@bhamgathering]

cant finish watching

[@vivette8944]

Keeps saying ok, ok.....

[@victorlongoria1048]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@loridisney3782]

Great informative thank you!