New Mexico Gems - American native Jewelry

One of the many forms of jewelry, tribal art forms, however, have more endearment value when compared with other types. Given their special handmade design that makes them interesting as well as unique, the popularity of vintage jewelry is no joke. Every year thousands of orders are booked both online and offline by interested individuals all around the world. But, although having these tribal art forms offers you that classy, luxurious look, poorly maintained jewelry will definitely lead you to first-hand embarrassment. As the pieces are typically intricately designed, even a speck of dust or dirt might end up destroying their look, making you a laughing stock amongst the crowd. Thus, if you are looking for ways to clean your Native American jewelry, you have arrived at the right spot. Steps to cleaning Native American Jewelry Tribal art pieces are no wonder fragile and variable. Hence, it is very critical to understand the properties of the exact material or gemstone you are de...

A word about Native Americans Native Americans or Indigenous Americans are a community of people who have been dwelling in America for thousands of years. Also called the first settlers of America, they are the descendants of the pre-Columbian indigenous people of North America. Around 500 tribes exist in different parts of the state presently. Many of them are still independent of state law and their actions governed by rules of tribal and federal law. Significance of Turquoise in Native American Culture Turquoise is an opaque gemstone found in the green-blue color spectrum among the mines of America, Iran and China. It has been in use for thousands of years by different communities as a talisman, a holy stone, and a bringer of good luck. Turquoise mines being widespread in North America, it is available more easily to the North American tribes than the rest of the world. This has resulted in the incorporation of the gemstone in their religious beliefs, cultures, and traditions...

In the event that you have a dearest companion who resembles your sister, odds are you love giving her sweet endowments. With our most recent assortment of Hummingbird Pendant. Additionally, we have assembled some extraordinary blessing thoughts for you. Here is a collection of very charming Hummingbird Pendant from our assortment to blessing your BFF to show her the amount you like her companionship What better approach to show your best pal the amount she intends to you than with a beguiling Hummingbird Pendant. It is a great method to communicate your fellowship. Customized endowments are enchanting, smart, and nostalgic. Add some radiance and you're brilliant!  Hummingbird Pendant Mystical little hummingbird pendant Mending gemstones that your companion will undoubtedly adore. It has that overpowering "OOMPH" factor that will likewise pull in a lot of eyeballs. Hummingbirds are probably the most unfathomable animals on Earth. Their apparently cheerful and joyful fligh...

A lapiz hummingbird pendant is among the best pieces of jewelry, you can have in your collection, and wear it on any special occasion. Lapis, for centuries, has been associated with good luck, and it can add its sprinkle of joy and luck to whatever occasion you grace it with. But is there any special way of flaunting in the crowd? Turns out there is. 4 ways of wearing a hummingbird pendant like a diva 1)      For fair skin The dress needs to be of a monochrome color when pairing this pendant to make it the center of attraction. Go easy on the makeup with loose wavy hair. Select a peach lip shade and do not wear heavy earrings. Go for studs or an earring-free look. Select a Black or white jumpsuit or cocktail dress and keep the rest of the accessories minimal. Kitten heels will be perfect for the occasion. Wear it with a silver chain and now see the magic that you weave with your hummingbird pendant . 2)      For dark skin A diva look demands a...

Coral is famously recognized as the only organic one among all the gems in the market. It has a separate fan base of its own and is the most sought-after gemstone since the sixteen century. Derived from the branches of an underwater polyp, the coral comes in a variety of colors- from a deep red to a beautiful pink- depending on the polyp they are being mined from. But people get confused about whether to buy a red coral chip or a pink coral chip bracelet . Here are some factors to help you make an easy decision. How to decide Take the following factors into consideration 1)       Where are they mined from Red coral is fished out from the Mediterranean sea and is famously called the Italian coral, whereas Pink coral is found extensively in Japan and parts of Korea. Red corals are fished out from sea beds as deep as 60- 200meters, but pink corals are fished out from even deeper sea beds up to 400 meters. 2)       What causes the ...

A denim hummingbird pendant, as it is commonly called, is one of the very popular jewelry made from the famous lapis stone or the lapis lazuli stone- a stone which, for ages, has attracted people towards it. From being used by Cleopatra for her famous blue eyeshadow to Michaelangelo for his paintings, the lapis has adorned the necks of some of the greatest queens of history, along with being the reason for countless bloodshed mankind has ever seen just for a gemstone. The days of knights and wars are long gone. Now authentic lapis pendants can be procured without hassle, just if we pay attention and avoid common mistakes while purchasing a lapis hummingbird pendant. Here are five mistakes to avoid while buying a denim hummingbird pendant 1) Do not confuse the original with the fakes The demand for original lapis lazuli has never really decreased, leading to the production of fake lapis in the market since as early as the early 19th century. There are a lot of ways of differentiatin...

As one of the most trendy styling accessories, bracelets reflect your distinct look for centuries. While its primitive versions started to step forward towards chic patterns of jewelry, people learned to wear bracelets with gemstone. As a gemstone coral not only enhances the look of a simple bracelet but also provides auspicious benefits. So people love coral as an auspicious jewel and also wear a bracelet as complimentary jewelry. Therefore, a coral bracelet can transform your dull fate as well as a dull look. This chic-looking bracelet can be a reflection of a perfect fashion statement for its distinct appeal. As well as for being mended with the astrological gemstones, this type of bracelets leads your fate towards success in health, business, and leadership. Due to dual benefits like urbane fashion appeal and strong astrological belief, you can prefer this kind of bracelet with your occasional look-up. How to Select An Elegant Coral Bracelet? The cutting-edge design of brace...

Gemstones have been heavily popular and well-known for their mystical abilities for thousands of years. Initially used by early civilizations, the pieces of mineral crystals are now being used for implementing various benefits to our daily lives. While each gemstone braces its own importance and meaning, turquoise is the most preferred one. The bluestone not only braces an unmatchable vivid beauty but also offers potent contributions to a human’s well-being. This has led it to be frequently used in all kinds of jewelry, such as rings, necklaces, bracelets, and more. Now let’s start with understanding the numerous reasons that make the stone such a popular item. Turquoise and its Associations One of the oldest gemstones known to humanity, turquoise is actually the hydrous phosphate of copper and aluminum. It comes in either light blue or blue-green hues and represents the elements Earth, air, and fire. The blue turquoise is best represented by three chakras including, the Heart Chak...

Fetish jewelry is a distinctive style of craftsmanship from the Native Americans. The indigenous artisans have been crafting these unique designs inspired by the spiritual beliefs, their legends, and nature. Each unique native tribe from the northeast to the southwest has its specific jewelry style that sets them apart. Since the time of the Maya, Aztec, Inca, and the Anasazi, pieces are remnants of history. The Native American tribes nowadays make beautiful pieces of fetish jewelry (such as  Zuni fetish necklace ) with modern materials like titanium and gold. Apart from shells, stones, and bones, most Native Americans used turquoise as a building material. It is a widely revered material in many cultures around the world and had great economic and symbolic value in Native American culture. Jewelry played a vital part in economic trade and ceremonial purposes. What are Zuni Fetishes? The Zuni fetishes are symbolic and ceremonial jewelry pieces created with carved stones, fossils...