Artists

Ruth Ann Begay – Navajo Silver & Turquoise Jewelry Artist

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Ruth Ann Begay, born in Phoenix and raised in Albuquerque, learned silversmithing from her mother and sister, growing from simple bezel work into diverse silver, gold, and turquoise jewelry.

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Rodney Coriz – Santo Domingo Inlay & Heishi Bead Jewelry Artist

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Rodney Coriz is a celebrated Santo Domingo inlay and heishi bead jewelry artist featured in "Masters of Contemporary Indian Jewelry," who sells primarily at Santa Fe Indian Market and the Heard Museum show.

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Richard Begay – Smithsonian-Featured Inlay Jewelry Artist

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Richard Begay is a Smithsonian-featured inlay jewelry artist from Navajoland, Arizona, known for his work in turquoise, coral, opal, sugilite, and lapis.

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Randy Boyd – Native American Silversmith Hallmark Guide

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Randy Boyd is a Native American silversmith identified by his distinctive Sterling Randy Boyd hallmark featuring a spur motif.

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Phil Loretto – Modern Southwest Silver & Turquoise Jewelry Master

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Phil Loretto is a master of modern Southwest silver jewelry, known for bracelets inlaid with natural turquoise sourced from America, Tibet, and Mongolia.

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