After wwii this symbol disappeared from most native american art but it can be seen on vintage navajo weavings basketry and jewelry.
Southwest indian jewelry symbols.
As the provider of warmth light crops the sun was truly revered.
The sun symbol represents growth and its rays represent the cardinal directions.
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Turquoise coral opal and numerous colorful stones are used by silversmiths and inlayers to create beautiful works of art.
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Animals play a major role in native american jewelry and american indian cultures in general.
The whirling logs symbol is a broken cross symbol a type of solar cross with arms bent at right angles suggesting a whirling or turning motion.
Their use of overlay stones and symbols made southwest jewelry a highly sought after commodity.
Native american 13 design stamp for jewelry stamping of silver 5x5 mm tribal southwest romazone.
The southwest indian foundation promotes the time honored tradition of native american handcrafted jewelry with gold silver and authentic gemstones.
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