New Mexico Inspirations

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Earth and Spirit Inspirations of the American Southwest

Turquoise, sterling, coral and other natural materials combine for a Southwestern look reminiscent of Northern New Mexico.

Important: A word about Native American artisans

I am not a Native American. Like many people in this country, I may well share a tiny amount of Native American blood, but have not been reared in the Native American culture. I have, however, endeavored to incorporate the teachings of the various Peoples' spiritual paths into my way of life and to use Native American design as the inspiration for some of my work.

I encourage everyone who visits an area with Native American artisans to purchase directly from them. When in Taos, please visit the Taos Pueblo. For information before your visit, go to http://www.taospueblo.com . If you see Matthew, tell him I said "Hi!"

Southwest Pottery Earrings

$45.00

'Southwest Pottery Pottery' Earrings

Intricate pottery plate design translates well into a jewelry motif, especially when combined with the timeless beauty of genuine turquoise. About 1-3/4" long, on sterling French hook style. "Plates" cast by artisans in New Mexico.

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Labradorite Earrings

Tigereye Drop Earrings

$22.00

Rose Quartz Drop Earrings

Sodalite Drop Earrings

'Taos Spirit' Gemstone Earrings

Inspired by the request of my friend Yvette at the Taos Spirit Metaphysical Shop in Taos, NM. Stop in to see her if you visit Taos!

Genuine faceted gemstone drops, tigereye, labradorite, rose quartz or sodalite, accented with filigree bead caps and sterling silver beads. A petite 1" long on sterling French hooks with aurora borealis crystal beads. Please specify gemstone you'd like when ordering.

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Turquoise Pebble Anklet

Turquoise Anklet

Tiny genuine turquoise nuggets from Arizona's Kingman mine are handlinked with wrapped sterling wire in this 9" anklet. May be extended to 10" with sterling star dangle. All metal sterling. Sturdy sterling spring clasp. For the barefoot days of summer.

$38.00

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Turtle Island Necklace

18" long, sterling silver, faceted rainbow jasper and faceted labradorite beads with lots of blue flash, secured with wire wrap, and a beautiful sterling silver Turtle charm. Charm is made in New Mexico by Native American artisans. Secured with a sterling silver toggle clasp.

In one of the creation stories told by the Cheyenne, neighbors of the Lakota, before people lived on the earth it was covered by water. The Creator wanted to use mud from under the water to make solid ground, but needed a place to put the mud on top of the water. Turtle rose to the top of the water to carry the mud that became earth. To this day, turtles walk very slowly because they carry the weight of the world on their backs. Some Native Americans refer to the earth as Turtle Island.

$65.00

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Southwest Crescent Turquoise Necklace Set

Southwest Moon Necklace & Earring Set

Chunky, richly hued nuggets of genuine turquoise are linked by sterling silver wire to sterling Figure 8 chain as a necklace to show off this beautifully crafted Southwest Crescent pendant. Dangles are shell, sterling and turquoise; accentuated with sterling star. About 18". Earrings are on sterling French hooks and dangle a little over an inch.

$125.00

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