Snowville Variscite
Hand-cut
Variscite often gets mistaken for turquoise. Variscite is more rare than turquoise but few people are familiar with it. To our Diné it is still precious because of the color. Representing the spiritual existence in the blue world.
Authentication Stamp
Native American Artists Stamp Their Hand-Made Pieces
Roy hand-stamps his pieces with his own bear stamp... "Shash" for protection and his initials for authentication. It's like signing his artwork and letting you know this is no cheap knockoff.
Meet the Artists
Meet Roy Huskie Jr., Navajo Silversmith
Roy Huskie Jr. Silversmithing since he was fifteen years old. This puts Roy's skill level into the expert realm.
Growing up in Tuba City on the Navajo Nation, Roy learned this skill from his father.
Roy comes from the Todích'íí'nii (Bitter Water) clan.
Roy stamps his creations with RH. His favorite thing about his trade is when he sees people light up when they see what he has made for them.
Turquoise to our Diné is important.
Representing the "Blue World", it tells the Holy People... "We know where we come from".
Turquoise is a semi-precious stone.
These turquoise nuggets are stabilized to make them last the test of time.
Turquoise is also worn for protection when roaming outside of the sacred mountains.
Meet Darlene, Navajo Jewelry Artist
Darlene has been making turquoise necklaces and other Navajo jewelry for almost 30 years.
She says she learned the skill from her in-laws.
Using turquoise, silver, glass beads, and shell she crafts these beautiful jewelry pieces.
Darlene is of the Nakai Diné Clan.
Turquoise to our Diné is important.
Representing the "Blue World", it tells the Holy People... "We know where we come from".
Turquoise is a semi-precious stone.
These small turquoise nuggets are stabilized to make them last the test of time.
Turquoise is also worn for protection when roaming outside of the sacred mountains.
To find out about our turquoise testing process... CLICK HERE
Customer Reviews
Hugh C.
“...that large turquoise piece in Roy Huskies pendant Islands is the most beautiful turquoise I've ever seen. and being born and always living in S.W. Oklahoma Native Country I've seen plenty. I've got to take a picture of it. It just grabs me and I love to just look and admire it.”
Debby Y.
“Thank you for sharing your teachings and culture. I find Wally's films really great to watch and I love his no nonsense way of explaining. Please can I have a notification when your new Turquoise jewelry is ready for purchase.”
Jennifer B.
“This afternoon, I had a discussion with my niece and nephew about wearing turquoise and why it’s important especially when we do not reside in the four scared mountains. I didn’t know all the other details mentioned... now I can provide more context to my niece and nephew about wearing turquoise and silver when I see them again.”
Nattalia N.
“…I am delighted to find the necklace that you are offering and to know that it is authentic and that it represents a return to traditional teachings. Thank you so much for helping me to put through my order. Blessings.”
Hugo C.
“Wow they are lovely!! Beautiful and everything in between.”
Frances H.
“Just ordered. So excited ”
Beryl P.
“...I love turquoise. Something about it intrigues me greatly and makes me feel very peaceful.Thank you for shining Light on Mother Earth.”
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Products That Tell a Story.
All of our products tell a story. These products are made to encourage people to share more about themselves. We give a starting place, or we add to what is already there. Encouraging people to pass on their knowledge the traditional way. With heart, meaning, and symbolism.