Jewelry Collector’s Room AOTW / July/Aug 2025
When people think about investing in Western art, their minds often go straight to paintings or sculptures— a brush stroke of Russell or the cool curves of Remington. But as a Native American jeweler and dealer, I argue that collecting Native American jewelry, especially pieces that showcase turquoise, holds just as much cultural and artistic importance. It is one of the most authentic and deeply rooted forms of Western art.