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Tips for Buying Artisan Jewelry

From diamond solitaire engagement ring. The value of Jewellery is so much more than just the value of the Gemstones and the gold, platinum or silver that make up the setting.  Often, it is the craftsmanship that makes the Jewellery so much more than just a combination of stone and metal.  This is why artisan Jewellery is one of the most sought-after pieces of Jewelry around.  If you’re buying, here are some tips you can use:

Artisan Jewelry is not always one-of-a-kind.

The best type of artisan Jewellery is the handcrafted kind.  Although some of these may be produced using a single design, it is unlikely that they will be exactly the same.  In fact, artisan Jewelry can be custom-made to fit a person’s preferred design.

However, some companies prefer to mass produce their artisan Jewellery, with some pieces becoming part of a limited edition.  This helps ensure that their quality is superior.  Limited edition Jewelry is easier to inspect for defects.

Check artisan Jewellery for quality and craftsmanship.

Every piece of Jewelry is made up of several components.  The value and quality of any artisan Jewelry is determined by how good these pieces are on their own and how well they are put together.  No material is truly perfect but you should go for artisan Jewelry that has high quality materials.

Check the stones or beads used, along with the design and how good and stable the setting is.  Remember that the more flaws you find, the lower the quality of the Jewelry.  

Buy it in person.

When buying artisan Jewellery, it’s always a good idea to see the pieces for yourself.  Magazines and computer monitors don’t always bring out the true colors of the gems and metals.  Plus, you can also inspect the Jewellery up close.

If you’re buying online, make sure you check out the retailer’s background first.  You should also confirm their return policy in case you’re unsatisfied.

Check the designer or source of the artisan Jewelry.
Artisan Jewelry can be quite expensive, particularly if it is created by a known artist.  You might also want to watch out for artisan Jewelry created by budding talents.  

Some areas and groups of people may also produce their own artisan Jewelry.  Certain groups of American Indians create unique and stunningly beautiful artisan Jewelry.  The Navajos, for example, are known artisans of Jewelry made with turquoise.  The Saraguros of Ecuador also make intricate beaded Jewelry, with designs that are characteristic to the region.  

Don’t limit your choices to what is currently available.  Keep your options open for other pieces.  If you’re buying artisan Jewellery, it should be the kind that will reflect your personality and taste.

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Hand made Navajo Jewelry Pt.2

Handcrafted Navajo Sterling Silver Bolo Arrowhead With Turquoise $34.95

Men’s Handcrafted Navajo, Native American, Turquoise Bracelet, Cuff. Nice! $200.00

Arizona Navajo handcrafted Bola Tie Silver and inset luminesce Emerald-turquoise $124.20

Beautiful Navajo Handcrafted Silver and Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace $899.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Calf Cowboy Western Boots Tan Navajo 7930L $230.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Tony Lama Women’s Handcrafted USA Cowboy Western Boots Golden Tan Navajo 7908L $250.00

Handcrafted Sterling Bracelet Midge Graham,Navajo Native American Bracelet $59.00

Handcrafted Sterling Bracelet Midge Graham,Navajo Native American Bracelet $103.50

Handcrafted Sterling Bracelet Midge Graham,Navajo Native American Bracelet $59.00

FINISHED HANDCRAFTED NAVAJO AFGHAN TROW BLANKET CROCHET 76 x 37 inches $9.99

NAVAJO ARTIST FLASK ALL HANDCRAFTED, STERLING SILVER WITH HAND MADE STERLING CHA $290.00

Vintage Navajo handcrafted silver and turquoise cuff bracelet $27.50

Vintage Navajo Silver and Turquoise Handcrafted Ring Size 6.5 $10.00

Navajo Handcrafted Sterling Silver Turquoise Barrette. Choice of Bear Paw or Traditional Dsign These Special, handcrafted Hair Barrettes are made by Virginia Johnson of Navajo, NM. Hair Clip is stunning. Made out of .925 sterling silver and genuine free form blue turquoise stones. Bear paw clip has bear paw design with 5mm turquoise, and the other one has traditional indian tooling with 3 free from blue turqoise. stones. The hair backing clip is stainless steel for durability….

Native American Etched Horse Hair Kokopelli 7 (T29) This is a high quality piece of authentic Native American, Navajo horsehair pottery. This unique piece of Navajo pottery is artfully hand etched and fired with horse hair. The result is a fabulous handcrafted piece of Indian pottery with real horse hair burned into the finish during firing to create the look that is so popular. Each piece is unique, no two are exactly alike. This piece would be pe…

Navajo Sand Cast Coral Turquoise Hair Barrette By M. Cayatineto $165.00 This beautiful handcrafted barrette is made by Native American Navajo artist Martha Cayatineto. It is constructed of Sterling Silver, Coral and Turquoise. The design is traditional sand cast but with an antiqued silver finish. This is a fairly new technique to bring back the old pawn look that everyone wants. It’s now called Navajo Revivalist. This requires extra attention to complete the oxidatio…

Navajo Outhouse Decorative Switchplate Cover $4.99 Handcrafted to the highest standardsby “Decoration Sensation” using the artistry of the decoupage technique, artwork is triple sealed with a special sealant to ensure durability,easy cleaning and obtain an enamel like finish. Artwork will not fade. Our switchplates are heavy duty plastic nylon that is virtually unbreakable and hardware is included. A cinch to install. Each one of our switchplates …

Navajo Outhouse Decorative Switchplate Cover $4.99 Handcrafted to the highest standards Exclusively by “Decoration Sensation” using the artistry of the decoupage technique, artwork is triple sealed with a special sealant to ensure durability,easy cleaning and obtain an enamel like finish. Artwork will not fade. Our switchplates are heavy duty” plastic nylon ” that is virtually unbreakable and hardware is included. A cinch to install. Each one of o…

Native American Sterling Silver Turquoise Navajo Belt Buckle-Leonard Maloney Handmade sterling silver and turquoise belt buckle by noted artist Leonard Maloney. Lifetime warranty….

Navajo Handcrafted & Hallmarked Sterling Silver & Turquoise Ring Handcrafted Ring With Sterling Silver, Ring has genuine turquoise Stones measuring 8mm. Designed beautifully by Richard Hiskee of Navajo Nation. He is a well talented Jeweler/Silversmith who mostly makes contemporary Jewelry and says he gets inspiration to make jewelry from natural sources such as leaves, feathers and clouds etc.. The ring is hallmarked and signed “s y” to represent Steve Yelloho…

Southwest Rare Green Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring in Twisted Snake Design Beautiful sterling silver , Turquoise, rings made in USA by Native American(Navajo Tribe)….

STERLING SILVER AND TURQUOISE NAVAJO NATIVE AMERICAN MEN’S MONEY CLIP $24.99 We are offering another piece of Navajo artistry, this one by Shirley Sheets. Our Sterling Silver money clip is 1 3/4″ long and 3/4″ wide. It has been etched by Sheets with a beautiful tapestry design. In the center is a turquoise stone from the Sleeping Beauty mine in Arizona….