A really great book on Turquoise, the history of its use here in the US, and especially of the classic mines that produce very fine gem turquoise which are located right here in the Western USA. This book has my stamp of approval and an honored place in my library Its highly recommended. In the American Southwest, turquoise is a highly prized gemstone with great cultural significance and author Joe Dan Lowry is recognized worldwide as a leading expert on the subject. This book is  the definitive resource for rock hounds and serious collectors alike. This lavishly illustrated volume also features some of the finest examples of antique and contemporary Southwest Indian turquoise jewelry.

This book focuses on the changing designs and techniques of Native American jewelry. From silver, shell, and turquoise to gold, diamonds and other exotic materials, the revolution in Southwest Indian jewelry is visually captured here. A great reference for the many folks who are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry, such a wonderful form of art to collect. A wealth of design styles and cultural changes are documented in this exciting new book - great for the turquoise jewelry collector.

A fine catalogue of Southwestern Indian Jewelry art. More and more people are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. Finding a quality book on American Indian jewelry was almost impossible until this great work by Dexter came out in 1992. This just the book you need when you go out to an Indian Art shop.

This book focuses more on the bead work side of the Native American artform. More and more people are finding Native American crafts a wonderful type of art to collect. The items then become both wearable and an art form. Native American beadwork has continued to be a very interesting specialization to the collector.

This book presents a wide variety of Southwest Indian-made jewelry that features many different types and colors of turquoise, according to the mine origin of the gemstones. Beautiful color photographs show examples of fine Indian craftsmanship dating back a hundred years, through and up to the present time. Men's as well as women's jewelry is included, as well as the many colors and textures of turquoise in belts, bracelets, bolo ties, necklaces, and many other beautiful pieces.

Another fine book on Native American Art work for the collector. More and more people are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. The jewelry then becomes a wearable art form. This book has much information for the turquoise jewelry collector.

Another fine book on Native American Jewelry crafts. The authors explain the heritage and styles conveyed by these distinctive products of Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Rio Grande Pueblo artisans. The many photographs in this book cover the turquoise jewelry on display in museums, available at galleries and offered for purchase on the reservations. A great reference book.

Another fine book on Native American Jewelry crafts. It contains an amazing 1,200 biographies of known American Indian jewelry artists. More and more people are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. This is perhaps the most complete book ever written on the various styles of the many artists. This book has considerable reference information for the experienced turquoise jewelry collector.

This beautiful, knock-your-socks-off book covers not only Native American adornment but also its history, the uses of various materials, the spiritual meaning, the archaeology and oral traditions, as well as the artists who create them. As treated in thsi work, adornment means not just jewelry but robes and headdresses, horse decoration, masks, and more. Modern artwork holds its own with ancient pieces in dazzling photographs, and occasional fold-out pages show staggering displays on themes such as beadwork as seen in Northwest Coast bracelets.

A well known classic book on Native American Jewelry crafts. More and more people are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. The jewelry then becomes a wearable art form. This book has much information for the turquoise jewelry collector.

This volume focuses on the styles of the Navajo silversmiths and jewelry artists. An increasing number of individuals are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. The jewelry then becomes a wearable art form. This book beautifully displays the work of many Navajo artists in full color for the appreciation of the knowledgeable turquoise jewelry collector.

This volume focuses on the intricate and specialized styles of the Zuni silversmiths and jewelry artists. More and more people are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. The jewelry then becomes a wearable art form, and often increases in value. This book has much information for the turquoise jewelry collector.

An inexpensive 46 page guide for the beginner. More and more people are finding Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry a wonderful form of art to collect. This book is a great place to start. The jewelry then becomes a wearable art form. This small book has lots of information packed inside for the turquoise jewelry collector.

A classic book on turquoise, including types colors and origins. There has been a steady increase in the number of people collecting turquoise-silver jewelry, since it is such a wonderful form of art to collect. The jewelry then becomes a wearable art form. The book is a collection of 10 articles written for New Mexico Magazine, each specializing in a different aspect of turquoise and turquoise jewelry.

This work focuses on the special jewelry making methods methods and styles of the Hopi people. The Indians of the Hopi Reservation are known across the globe for their legendary  Silver Overlay skills. Hopi Silver Overlay jewelry is among the most coveted hand crafted Jewelry in the world today. This book has been updated to include new artisans, and has long been considered the best available reference on Hopi silversmithing

This volume focuses on the styles of the Navajo silversmiths and jewelry artists. With the increasing interest in turquoise-silver jewelry and other Native American crafts, a reference like this is needed by serious collectors. The reason for the increasing fascination with this jewelry is easy to understand, as these beautiful crafts become a wearable art form. This book has a wealth of useful information for the turquoise jewelry collector.

With the popularity of Native American crafts, especially turquoise-silver jewelry growing all the time, this book presents a wonderful reference tp the collector of this spectacular art form. This book is a great reference on the types and styles of old Indian turquoise jewelry, and shows the tools that were used as well. Great photos and in depth information for the turquoise jewelry collector.

The jewelry pieces presented in this book are from the Millicent Rogers Museum Collection. Millicent Rogers assembled a spectacular core collection representing Navajo and Zuni silver and turquoise, Hopi silverwork, and Pueblo stone and shell jewelry during the late 1940s and early 1950s. The book offers an impressive and informative survey of  southwestern Native American jewelry. Of special interest is the chapter devoted to "The Origins of Indian Jewelry in the Southwest".