Native American Fine Art and Jewelry

Navajo Contemporary Royston Boulder Turquoise and Sterling Silver Earrings by A. Nelson

$175

Artist: A. Nelson (Navajo/Diné)
Style: Earrings
Nation: Navajo (Diné)
Period: Contemporary
Materials: Solid Sterling Silver, Natural Royston Boulder Turquoise
Size: 2.5″ H x 1.125″ W
Item: #5122

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Description

Traditional handmade Native American Indian Jewelry from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest. Guaranteed authentic. Excellent condition.

Make a striking statement with these handcrafted sterling silver dangle earrings. These elegant pieces showcase the dramatic, natural beauty of Royston Boulder Turquoise, a highly coveted stone featuring vibrant veins of blue and green turquoise organically ribboning through a deep, earthy brown host rock. The breathtaking stones are expertly framed with heavy-gauge sterling silver, utilizing traditional twisted silver wire and classic silver drop accents to perfectly balance Navajo metalwork techniques with a clean, contemporary aesthetic.

A. Nelson is a contemporary Navajo (Diné) jewelry artist known for crafting bold, elegant pieces that highlight the natural beauty of premium Southwestern stones. While firmly rooted in the time-honored silversmithing traditions of the Navajo Nation, Nelson’s work is characterized by a clean, modern aesthetic that appeals to today’s collectors of authentic Native American wearable art.

About the Navajo (Diné) Nation

The Navajo Nation, or Diné Bikéyah, is the largest Native American reservation in the United States, spanning over 27,000 square miles across the dramatic landscapes of Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. The Diné (which translates perfectly to “The People”) have a profoundly rich artistic heritage and are recognized globally for their master-level silversmithing, vibrant turquoise jewelry, and intricate textile weavings. Rooted in the guiding philosophy of hózhó—a concept of walking in beauty, harmony, and balance with the natural world—Navajo artistry is a stunning reflection of their deep spiritual connection to the earth and their enduring cultural legacy.