Why Authentic Jewelry is a Focus of Native American Culture?
The preservation of authentic Native American jewelry is very important to us here at Palms Trading. Each piece in our store: necklaces, rings, and earrings alike tell a unique story. For this reason, authentic jewelry making is an art focus for Native Americans. Each of our hand-made pieces found at Palms Trading is exceptionally made from sterling silver and accented with colorful materials; including the ever popular turquoise, and spiny oyster. Connection to History Authentic Native American jewelry is an important part of Native American culture and tradition because: Each piece tells a distinct story or characterizes some level of power within the tribe The turquoise and silver jewelry are hand-made Created by materials that can be found where the tribe lives Originally Native American jewelry was made for members of the tribe only The art of Native American turquoise jewelry began in the 1800s when the Spanish people...