The Finest Native American Jewelry
At Elite Fine Jewelers, we have a wide variety of the finest Native American and sterling silver turquoise jewelry. Native American jewelry is a staple here in Arizona and a symbolism of beauty and craftsmanship.
We have squash blossom necklaces, ladies rings, men's rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants, concho belts, leather belts, storyteller belts, and much more.
We carry jewelry from Navajo, Zuni, Hopi and other Native American tribes. You'll see pieces by Johnny Johnson, Bill Emerson, LJ and many more. Our inventory is always changing.
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Common Symbols in Native American Jewelry
Arrows
The arrow stands for protection and direction. An arrow pointing down signifies peace. Arrows crossing each other means friendship. A bundle of arrows symbolizes strength.
Arrowhead
The arrowhead symbolizes alertness. It took great skill to hunt with nothing but a bow and arrow. Hunters had to be alert at all times.
Bear & Heartline Bear
The bear symbolizes leadership, strength, and courage. The heartline bear shows energy flowing from head to heart, representing a warrior's heart as strong as a bear's.
Feathers
One of the most respected symbols in Native American culture. Feathers were used in prayer and symbolize a deep connection to spirits and deities.
Kokopelli
Symbolizes the deity for fertility in both humans and agriculture. The Kokopelli also represents music and joy. His hunched back signifies a sack filled with seeds for the harvest.
Medicine Wheel
Represents healing throughout Native American culture. The directions on the wheel can represent stages of life, seasons, elements of nature, animals, and ceremonial plants.
Sunface
In Zuni culture, the sun symbolizes abundance, warmth, growth, and positive energy. The sun also brings joy and playfulness to children.
Wolves
The wolf symbolizes leadership, direction, and loyalty. Some cultures considered the wolf a deity and the symbol was linked to family bonds.
Turquoise Symbolism
Many ancient cultures used the turquoise stone in their jewelry. Oftentimes it represented wealth and prosperity. Many traditions held that the stone gave protection and healing powers to the wearer.
In Native American cultures, turquoise reflects the open sky above their homelands. The hue represents water — a life-giving source of power and energy. Warriors would weave turquoise jewelry into their weapons and belts for protection in hunts and battles.
Turquoise jewelry and gems were also used in burials, and in many cases served as currency among Native American tribes instead of gold or silver coins.
The Value of Turquoise
Real turquoise jewelry is extremely valuable. The condition of the piece, the rarity of the stone, and the craftsmanship all go into determining value. The maker's mark on the piece also receives special attention. Age plays a huge part — anything older than the 1960s is extremely valuable.
If you have turquoise or Native American jewelry that you believe is valuable, bring it in to Elite Jewelry and Loan. We may use it as collateral toward a short-term pawn loan.
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Stop by today to pick out your next piece of Native American and sterling silver turquoise jewelry. Our inventory is always changing, so visit often!
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