LEE FAMILY

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The Lee Family

The Lee Family of Jewelers

For six generations, the Lee family of Shiprock, New Mexico, has been celebrated for masterful Navajo jewelry that honors tradition while embracing contemporary design. Inspired and mentored by their father, award-winning artist Alfred Lee Sr., brothers Albert Lee (1978–2022) and Alfred “Chuck” Lee Jr. (1973–2025) carried the family legacy to national and international acclaim.

Working in the heart of the Four Corners region, the Lee brothers created necklaces, bracelets, concho belts, rings, and squash blossom necklaces distinguished by technical excellence and bold design. Their work combined the sensuous finish of finely crafted sterling silver or gold with the splendor of high-grade turquoise, coral, lapis, and sugilite. Albert’s timeless yet modern designs were featured in Ralph Lauren’s Pure Turquoise promotions, while Chuck was known for cutting and tumbling his own stones, crafting statement pieces that were distinctive, rich, and enduring.

Today, Alfred Sr. and Velma Lee—an accomplished jeweler herself—continue to create extraordinary jewelry, carrying forward the artistry and honoring the legacy of their sons. Through their skill, dedication, and love for their craft, the Lee family name remains a symbol of quality, cultural authenticity, and the enduring beauty of Navajo design.