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Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet

Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet
Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet
Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet
Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet
Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet

Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet
This is a fascinating Navajo Native American jewelry earlier 1900’s silver bracelet. This piece contains a exquisite blue gem Nevada turquoise stone. What we love about this piece is the silver works which include waving patterns with accenting silver arrows and sun patterns. Look on the back side, you still have the original sticker from the trading post. The width of the bracelet measures around 28mm sterling silver. The inside end to end measures around 5″? With an additional 1″¼ gap. Sturdy 16.2 grams. Great addition to your collection History of Bell Trading The system of trading posts in the arid southwest had an enormous impact on how the area was shaped, both economically and in the minds and imaginations of travelers to the area. One such post was established by Jack Michelson and his wife, Mildred, in 1932 in the growing city of Albuquerque. Mildred’s maiden name was Bell, so the Michelsons chose the name Bell Trading Post for their business. The post was located along the new highway known as Route 66. Michelson hoped this spot would be a boon in establishing his business as a place where tourists could find locally made Native American jewelry. The beginning years were a struggle but the location did help the trading post hold on, particularly when Roosevelt’s New Deal created the CCC and truckers were hitting the roads to transport goods. Bell Trading Post was in the right location to sell them souvenirs for their family back home. Jobs were hard to come by then and many Native artisans were willing to make Jack Michelson’s jewelry. They installed their own machines for making the jewelry and used copper and nickel more than silver and gold to create their pieces. In the initial years, the post marked its jewelry with the image of a bell. Over the years there would be other trademarks they used, such as an arrow with a bell sign hanging from it. Most of these trademarks included a bell in some part of the design. Due to the fact that he had little competition, Jack Michelson decided against paying the cost to file these initial trademarks used during the 1930s. The years during WWII saw the business boom. The southwest was designated as a military training area and there were many soldiers far from home looking for gifts to send back to their families. Bell Trading Post expanded its business and began to sell their products wholesale to other tourist shops. With the death of Jack in 1957, the business of Bell Trading Post passed to his children, Jack, Douglas and Jacquelyn. The change ushered in a new era for the company. In 1969, they formed Sunbell, a corporation which oversaw their new product lines such as Oglala Lakota moccasins and copperware as well as their jewelry. Sunbell remained in business until the late 1980s.
Original Trading Post Sticker Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet
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Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram

Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram

Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram. Marked: Atkinson Trading Co. Excellent Condition – Light Wear.
Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Paw Cuff Bracelet by Atkinson Trading Co 62 Gram
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Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading Post Find 1.5

Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading Post Find 1.5
Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading Post Find 1.5
Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading Post Find 1.5

Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading Post Find 1.5
Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling. Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading. Post Find 1.5. A unique find from my recent road trip through the. American Southwest, mainly in Arizona and New. This is a traditional Navajo wedding basket pin, very. Well done with an addition of stamp work on the central. Part of the design. It was displayed at a small pawn shop/trading post/gas. Station and tiny store/cafe. North of Gallup, New Mexico. I was also pleased to find. Some of the best fry bread ever. Type: Pin / Brooch. Width: a bit over 1.5. Hallmark: There are no marks. Or stamps but it tests as sterling. Condition: Scattered scratch and patina. Easy to polish up. Please see all photos for details. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\Native American: US\1935-Now\Jewelry”. The seller is “rogues-estate-jewelry-and-antiques” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Origin: Gallup, New Mexico
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Modified Item: No
  • Culture: Native American: US

Navajo Wedding Basket Sterling Silver Copper Stamped Pin Trading Post Find 1.5
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Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo

Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo

Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
Offered here is this vintage Bell Trading sterling silver turquoise thunderbird ring. The turquoise measures 6.5mm by 2.5mm. The ring is a size 9 and has a band width of 5.5mm. The ring is marked sterling and it weighs 9.5 grams. Any darkness in the ring is due to camera reflection and patina due to age. This ring is offered here in good vintage condition. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Rings”. The seller is “romanjewelsgold” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Country of Origin: United States
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Department: Unisex Adult
  • Style: Pinky Ring
  • Base Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Setting Style: Bezel
  • Main Stone Width: 2.5mm
  • Material: Stone
  • Main Stone Length: 6.5mm
  • Theme: Animals & Insects
  • Number of Gemstones: 1
  • Type: Ring
  • Band Width: 5.5mm
  • Antique: Yes
  • Main Stone Color: Turquoise
  • Color: Silver
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Metal Purity: 925
  • Main Stone: Turquoise
  • Sizable: Yes
  • Main Stone Creation: Natural
  • Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day
  • Brand: Bell Trading
  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Ring Size: 9
  • Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American
  • Main Stone Shape: Oval

Bell Trading Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Ring Fred Harvey Era Navajo
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Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn

Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn

Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
Old Bell Trading Post Thunderbird from the 1950’s. These classic Southwest rings are becoming harder and harder to find and t. His one is in AMAZING condition in a. Sterling & Bell hallmark on verso with beautiful patina from years of faithful wear. Large THUNDERBIRD with traditional Southwest stamping on both shanks. Top Measures 18mm tall by 15mm wide. Made in New Mexico, USA. Today it is highly collectible for its quality and retro design. SERIOUS BUYERS ONLY (PLEASE). The item “Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn” is in sale since Sunday, July 4, 2021. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Rings”. The seller is “darryl_n” and is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Shape: Square
  • Country of Origin: USA
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Department: Men
  • Style: Signet
  • Base Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Modified Item: No
  • Material: Silver
  • Artisan: Bell Trading Post
  • Jewelry Type: Rings
  • Gender: Male
  • Type: Ring
  • Customized: No
  • Antique: Yes
  • Color: Silver
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Metal Purity: 925
  • Signed: Yes
  • Main Stone: No Stone
  • Sizable: Yes
  • Brand: Bell Trading Post
  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Ring Size: 10
  • Era: Retro (1935-1950)
  • Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American

Mens Thunderbird Ring Size 10 Bell Trading Post Vintage Sterling Silver Old Pawn
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Vintage Mens Turquoise Bell Trading Post Sterling Silver Ring Navajo Size 10

Vintage Mens Turquoise Bell Trading Post Sterling Silver Ring Navajo Size 10

Vintage Mens Turquoise Bell Trading Post Sterling Silver Ring Navajo Size 10
Vintage Mens Turquoise Bell Trading Post Sterling Silver Ring Navajo Size 10. The item “Vintage Mens Turquoise Bell Trading Post Sterling Silver Ring Navajo Size 10″ is in sale since Friday, February 8, 2019. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Rings”. The seller is “hood129″ and is located in Summerville, Georgia. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Uruguay, Switzerland, Iceland, Luxembourg, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Russian federation, South africa.
  • Jewelry Type: Rings
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Main Stone: Turquoise
  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Ring Size: 10

Vintage Mens Turquoise Bell Trading Post Sterling Silver Ring Navajo Size 10
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Frontier Plunder Indian Trading Post 1950s Navajo Squash Blossom Video

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Frontier Plunder Indian Trading Post 1920 1930 Navajo Silver Ingot Bracelet

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Span Aria Label Navajo Sterling Silver Ketoh Bow Guard Design Bracelet By Allison Lee 176 By Twin Rocks Trading Post 3 Years Ago 92 Seconds 275 Views Navajo Sterling Silver Ketoh Bow Guard Design Bracelet By Allison Lee 176 Span

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Span Aria Label Navajo 8 Turquoise Sterling Silver Bolo Tie By Allison Lee 180 By Twin Rocks Trading Post 3 Years Ago 115 Seconds 1 666 Views Navajo 8 Turquoise Sterling Silver Bolo Tie By Allison Lee 180 Span

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