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Choosing an Artisan-Made Turquoise Cuff Bracelet for Your Collection
Choosing an Artisan-Made Turquoise Cuff Bracelet for Your Collection
Industry estimates suggest that over 90% of the blue stones found in modern retail shops are actually dyed howlite or plastic resin. It's a quiet disappointment for anyone seeking a... Read more...
Handcrafted Turquoise Earrings: A Guide to Authentic Southwestern Artistry
Handcrafted Turquoise Earrings: A Guide to Authentic Southwestern Artistry
If you hold a piece of King's Manassa turquoise up to the morning light in our Santa Fe workshop, you see more than just a shade of green. You notice... Read more...
The Art of the Bolo Tie: A Guide to Artisan Crafted Southwestern Style
The Art of the Bolo Tie: A Guide to Artisan Crafted Southwestern Style
In a small workshop near Santa Fe, a single piece of King's Manassa turquoise rests on a wooden bench, its deep greens and gold matrix telling a story that began... Read more...
The Living Spectrum: A Guide to the Turquoise Color in Nature and Art
The Living Spectrum: A Guide to the Turquoise Color in Nature and Art
Most of what we see as the turquoise color on a digital screen is a flat, synthetic lie. It's often a uniform, neon blue that lacks the soul and grit... Read more...
The Art of Handcrafted Southwestern Jewelry: A Guide to Authentic Stones and Silver
The Art of Handcrafted Southwestern Jewelry: A Guide to Authentic Stones and Silver
Last Tuesday, a visitor in our Santa Fe studio held a piece of King’s Manassa turquoise and noticed how the deep green matrix shifted in the soft afternoon light. It... Read more...
King's Manassa Turquoise
King's Manassa Turquoise: Discover the Unique Beauty and Heritage
Long before it was known for its brilliant greens and blues, the land held a secret. The mine was first called Lick Skillet, a curious name for a place that... Read more...
The Quiet Strength of White Buffalo Turquoise Jewelry
The Quiet Strength of White Buffalo Turquoise Jewelry
In our Santa Fe studio, some stones speak louder than others. The vibrant blues of Kingman turquoise or the deep greens of Carico Lake often catch the eye first. But... Read more...
The Naja Symbol: A Soulful Guide to the Crescent of Protection
The Naja Symbol: A Soulful Guide to the Crescent of Protection
Last Tuesday, a visitor stopped by our Wildflower studio holding a silver crescent she found at a local market, asking if it was an authentic naja or just a factory... Read more...
The Squash Blossom Necklace: A Guide to This Southwestern Artisan Heirloom
The Squash Blossom Necklace: A Guide to This Southwestern Artisan Heirloom
Last Tuesday, a collector in a private studio spent nearly an hour tracing the subtle, hand-filed edges of a vintage Naja to ensure it wasn't a modern cast copy. It's... Read more...
Women's Turquoise Jewelry: A Guide to Authentic Artist-Made Pieces
Women's Turquoise Jewelry: A Guide to Authentic Artist-Made Pieces
What if the most beautiful piece of women's turquoise jewelry you've been admiring is actually dyed chalk? Key Takeaways Learn to distinguish authentic turquoise from imitations using simple sensory tests... Read more...
The Definitive Guide to Santa Fe Turquoise Jewelry: Authenticity, Artistry, and Soul
The Definitive Guide to Santa Fe Turquoise Jewelry: Authenticity, Artistry, and Soul
What if the piece you've been searching for isn't just jewelry, but a fragment of the Southwest's soul wrapped in sterling silver? Last week, Sarah held a ring at our... Read more...