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The Desert Edit - Honoring Heritage: The Significance of Native American Made Jewelry

The Desert Edit - Honoring Heritage: The Significance of Native American Made Jewelry

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Written by Mary Anne Been

Authentic Native American jewelry is more than decorative—it’s a powerful expression of cultural identity, history, and craftsmanship. Using traditional methods like silversmithing, inlay, overlay, and beadwork, Native artisans from tribes like the Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Pueblo create unique pieces rooted in heritage. Made across regions such as Arizona, New Mexico, and South Dakota, this jewelry preserves Indigenous traditions and supports tribal economies, making each piece both a work of art and an act of cultural preservation.

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