Native American Fine Art and Jewelry

Navajo Turquoise and Silver Bracelet with Red Coral by Angela Begay

$485

Artist: Angela Begay
Style: Cuff Bracelet
Pueblo: Navajo
Period: Contemporary
Materials: Sterling Silver, Turquoise, and Red Coral
Size: 6.75” W x 1.5” H
Item: # 3165

In stock

Description

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

Discover the timeless beauty of traditional Southwestern design with this handcrafted Navajo sterling silver cuff bracelet by Angela Begay. This striking three-stone piece beautifully balances color and texture, featuring a vibrant, round-cut natural red coral stone at its center. The fiery coral is perfectly flanked by two stunning, oval-cut turquoise stones showcasing a rich blue-green hue and a heavy, dark natural matrix. Each gemstone is securely set within a classic sawtooth bezel and framed by a traditional twisted silver rope border. The exceptional stonework is elegantly accented by smooth silver drops and mounted on a substantial, heavy-gauge sterling silver cuff adorned with precise, deep geometric stamp work along the edges.

Angela Begay is a highly skilled Navajo (Diné) jeweler whose work is deeply rooted in the rich silversmithing traditions of the Navajo Nation. Her deep understanding of historic Southwestern design is reflected in her masterful use of traditional techniques, including careful hand-stamping and exceptional heavy-gauge silver work. By seamlessly pairing these time-honored methods with a keen eye for high-quality natural stones—like this classic combination of vibrant turquoise and red coral—she creates perfectly balanced, wearable designs. Today, her authentic, handcrafted pieces are highly valued by collectors who appreciate meticulous craftsmanship and an enduring connection to classic Native American artistic heritage.

About The Artist

Angela Begay is a skilled Navajo jeweler rooted in the rich silversmithing traditions of the Navajo Nation. Early in her career, she worked with the legendary trading post jeweler C.G. Wallace in Zuni, New Mexico, placing her within the historic era when trading post collaborations helped introduce authentic Navajo jewelry to collectors across the Southwest and beyond.

As part of the broader Begay family legacy, a name well known within Navajo jewelry circles, Angela’s work reflects both cultural heritage and technical refinement. Her handcrafted pieces are valued by collectors of authentic Native American jewelry for their craftsmanship, storytelling qualities, and enduring connection to Diné artistic traditions.

More About This Artis

Pueblo

The Navajo Pueblo, or Navajo Nation, is one of the largest Native American tribes, located in the Southwest U.S. across parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. The Navajo, or Diné, have a rich cultural heritage, with traditions rooted in weaving, pottery, and silver jewelry. Their society is matrilineal, tracing lineage through the mother’s side. Traditionally, they lived in hogans, dome-shaped homes built from natural materials. The Navajo maintain strong spiritual beliefs focused on balance and harmony. Today, the Navajo Nation remains a vibrant community, preserving its language, traditions, and cultural identity.