Royston Turquoise Stud Earrings (Navajo, B. Chavez) 6ca36b5053af0be54572493a22a799eb

Royston Turquoise Stud Earrings (Navajo, B. Chavez) 6ca36b5053af0be54572493a22a799ebLapidary and silversmithing is an important way of life for the Navajo people. Starting in the 19th century, a man named Atsidi Sani (1830 1918) is credited with being the first among his people to learn the fine artistry of jewelry making. Atsidi was taught by a Mexican man named Nakai Tsosi, who also taught the craft to other Navajo members. Unlike Zuni jewelry makers, Navajo artists are a bit more traditional in their style, concentrating on using

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