Ben Begaye Hallmark – Navajo Silversmith Identification Guide

About Ben Begaye

Ben Begaye is a documented Navajo silversmith whose hallmark has been photographed and verified as part of a broader Native American jewelry hallmark reference collection, giving collectors a reliable way to trace pieces back to this maker.

How to Identify a Ben Begaye Hallmark

A stamped hallmark appears on documented pieces attributed to Ben. Comparing an unfamiliar mark against verified reference photos is the most reliable way to confirm attribution.

Navajo Silversmithing: A Living Tradition

The Navajo Nation is the largest federally recognized tribe in the United States. Navajo silversmithing dates back to the mid-1800s, when the craft was first learned from Mexican and Spanish silversmiths and gradually adapted into a distinctly Navajo style marked by heavy-gauge silver and bold stamp work.

Shop Authentic Navajo Jewelry at Nativo Arts

Browse our collection of vintage Native American Navajo silver jewelry.