Bearlanders Trading Co

30% Off Jewelry & gifts made in the USA

2011-01-07T13:04:00.000-08:00

January 2011

It is that time of year again, time to wish you all a "Happy New Year" and time for our annual end of year SALE! Here at BearlandersTradingCo.com we are offering our customers 30% OFF orders over $60. We already have most of our merchandise on sale, "Now" you can save an additional 30%. Our merchandise is made in America, we believe if you buy American, you build a strong America for all of us to enjoy.

Take some time, stop by and look at all the great American made merchandise we sell. We have dream catchers, sandpaintings, kachina dolls, turquoise necklaces, bear jewelry, eagle jewelry, wolf jewelry, horsehair pottery and hundreds of other items made in the USA. With all these items to choose from we are sure you will enjoy the 30% savings.
Since everyone likes to save money, tell your friends that the place to shop is BearlandersTradingCo.com, with
Beautifully crafted merchandise made in the USA.

Donation to Charity - St Judes Ranch for Children

2010-10-08T10:10:00.000-07:00

Five years ago one of our jewelry crafters lost her mother in a car accident! She was able to take her brother and sisters in to raise them. She has done a great job! But many children are not so fortunate. With high unemployment and a slow economy charity donations are very low.
Two months ago we donated a large amount of dream catchers to St Judes childrens home in Boulder City Nev. So they can sell them and use the profits for the children. St Judes still requires more assistance, so with your help we are donating $1 for every dream catcher we sell in the month of October. As many of you know, our dream catchers are authentic Navajo crafted, with beautiful quality and a large selection of colors and sizes for you to choose from.

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We know finances are tight at this time, if you are not able to purchase a dream catcher at this time, please forward our wibsite to your family and friends who might like to help.
We have lowered our shipping charges, so those of you wishing to order single dreamcatchers only pay $2.95 for 1st class mail with tracking number. Thank you in advance for Your Support!

Navajo Dream catchers actually work

2010-06-23T10:55:00.000-07:00

Kachina Dolls and the Shalako Kachina doll

2009-07-22T11:34:00.000-07:00

Kachina - pronounced (kuh CHEE' nah).
For centuries, different tribes have made Kachina Dolls to use in religious ceremonies. The term "Kachina" refers to a masked and costumed dancer representing various spiritual and natural aspects of life. Kachinas are friends, guardians, or messengers to the Gods. They are believed to have supernatural powers, bestow blessings and nurture life. Kachina dolls carved from the cottonwood root were originally presented to the women and children of the tribe but now are made for others to enjoy. All kachina impersonations are performed by males, including the figures representing female Kachinas.

Kachinas have become a part of many cultures and religions. A kachina is simply a spirit that represents animals, characterizations of people, crops, sun, earth, stars and the moon. For the Navajo People, kachina dolls mean more than just representations; they are a way of life, Navajo Tribes have adopted the tradition of crafting and using kachina dolls as their own. Navajo kachina dolls have become as much of a collectible as the fine jewelry, rugs, pottery and the countless other crafts which the Navajo make. The Navajo People are well-known for their outstanding artistic talents, which seem to be present throughout a large number of Navajo families.

The Navajo kachina doll derives from Hopi and Zuni kachinas and being that all of these reservations are very close to one another, especially the Hopi and Navajo which are side by side, it seems that each Tribe has (in some way) adopted each other's traditions whether it be kachina dolls, weavings, pottery, or jewelry. We hope to inform collectors about Navajo kachina dolls, and explain why they are so important to the Navajo People, not only as income for their family, but we know that the artists who make these wonderful dolls hold a great deal of respect for the kachina and what each doll represents.

Each Kachina Doll is initialed and titled by the artisan who created it. Each Kachina Doll is assembled by hand and is hand painted, and has different accessories and clothing, and there may be slight variations and different colors between the dolls pictured and those received when ordering. Some of the components (such as the skirt and shells) of these Kachina Dolls are not made by Indians.

At BearlandersTradingCo.com we have just received a number of Navajo kachina dolls called a Shalako, which refers to a Native American Indian dance ceremony. This kachina doll is hand carved from a cottonwood root, with intricate etching and is hand painted in beautiful, vibrant colors and unique patterns. Our kachina dolls have been hand crafted by the American Indian artist T. Yazzie, well known for her intricate detailing and vibrant colors.

The Shalako dance is performed on a mesa, giving thanks to the gods for an abundant harvest. The artist used the root's natural bends and curves, capturing the dancer holding its robes tightly around itself as it moves in the wind on top of the mesa. These kachina dolls are beautiful, and each doll is unique in its etching and coloring, creating a one of a kind collectable.

The Original American Patriot

2008-11-12T19:35:00.000-08:00

I have had the great pleasure of spending time with many American Indians over the past 20 some years. It has been my experience to find most American Indians to be very proud of being first Americans. The original American Patriot. "Patriot" a person who loves, supports, and defends his or her country and its interests with devotion.

Created by the original American Patriot, the American Indian, today Dream catchers transend all cultures, now representing the capacity to capture good dreams in life. Our Red,White & Blue dream catchers are a symbol of capturing the American dream!

It was recommended to me by my American Indians friends to offer red,white & blue dream catchers to the public as a way to show our Patriotism. Over the past 8 years, we have sold 18 various colors in 6 different sizes of dreamcatchers made here in America. The men and women of Our American armed forces have often purchased our dream catchers for themselves when going off to serve our country as well as for their family left behind in the USA.

We hope you enjoy our patriot symbol and show of support for this great country. To purchase our dream catchers visit either of our on-line stores, http://www.bearlanderstradingco.com/
and http://www.arizonaindianjewelry.com/

Here is a direct link to the Red,White&Blue DreamCatchers

Economic Hard Times calls for a Special Offer

2008-10-12T09:28:00.000-07:00

Economic Hard Times calls for a Special Offer
October 12, 2008

For those of you who enjoy Saving money while shopping, shop with us on-line, save yourself travelling to the mall, time and gas, save 20 % to 30% Off on purchase of selected items, for a limited time only.
Click on the link above or simply go to www.bearlanderstradingco.com/

This Savings is not a bailout or a loan, it is the Real Deal. Enjoy a large selection of merchandise including Necklaces, Earring, Bracelets, Men's jewelry, Sandpaintings and Pottery all Made in the USA, for every American to enjoy.

Proud to be an American

2008-08-26T15:08:00.000-07:00

Here at www.BearlandersTradingCo.com we are very proud to be American. The Presidential elections are coming up in America in November 2008, we thought it would be patriotic to offer red, white and blue dreams to the American public.

There is no better way to show patriotism than showing off America's red, white and blue. What ever your dreams may be, they are possible in America. Who ever you wish to vote for, we honor your beliefs, we believe that dream catchers are a great way to capture your dreams. And the red, white and blue dream catcher will capture the spirit of the American dream.

Stop by and take a look at our 3 inch red, white and blue dreamcatchers, available only at www.BearlandersTradingCo.com and our sister site, www.ArizonaIndianJewelry.com

Save Money, Gas and Time

2008-07-23T10:54:00.000-07:00

All things old are new again, including higher prices.

Many of us remember the gasoline crunch of the 1970's, waiting in long lines at the gas stations, running out of gas while waiting to buy gas. Go figure!

Well, as we all can attest to, those days are here again. The single greatest differance now, the Internet! What a great way to save big. You no longer need to waste your gas and your time traveling to and from the shopping mall. If you figure you use at least 1 gallon of gas to drive to the mall and 1 gallon of gas to drive back home (maybe you think this figure is too high, think it through), that is roughly $8. Now, how valuable is your time? $10 an hour, $15, $20. Your time is valuable, the one thing we can never recover, Time.

Almost every company now offers its products online. Some companies offer Free shipping, Forget about the cost of shipping, you save on average of $8 to $20 by not driving to the mall.
Not only are you saving money by not using precious gas, if enough of us shop online and dont use gas, the price of gas will eventually drop.

Have some fun, shop at your own leasure, sit at your desk and let the merchandise be delivered to you. No matter what you are looking for, chances are, you will find it online. Use your favorite search engine to locate what you desire. Go to Google, Yahoo or MSN, in the search box type whatever it is you seek, You are sure to Save Money, Gas and Time.

For a great seletion of jewelry and gifts visit us at www.BearlandersTradingco.com

Not your Grandma's Indian jewelry

2008-01-10T13:48:00.000-08:00

January 2008 has arrived and now it is time for our merchandise clearance to begin. We have a large selection of Sterling Silver jewelry, Turquoise jewelry, Onyx jewelry, kachina dolls and authentic dream catchers. Through out the month of January we offer our Native American jewelry and gifts at 33% off, on orders over $50.

Bearlanders Trading co offers more than just the traditional American Indian jewelry your Grandma use to wear. We do of course, still carry Turquoise jewelry, Hematite jewelry, Kokopelli jewelry and wolf or bear jewelry. Yet we have some of the most beautiful handcrafted necklaces, Indian jewelry and gifts in todays marketplace. Take some time out of your busy day to enjoy shopping for modern, trend setting, unique jewelry for men and women.

You are sure to enjoy the newest merchandise available today, including Mother-of Pearl necklaces with Turquoise, Onyx Necklaces, beautiful Rose quartz and Amethyst Necklaces or the unique Tiger eye with Amber pendant.
All month long you may use the coupon code yes07 and save 33% Off your purchases of Indian jewelry and southwestern gifts (offer valid on orders over $50). Start the new year out in-style, take advantage of BearlandersTradingCo.com January Sale, with 33% Saving off the entire inventory of Indian jewelry, handcrafted jewelry, dream catchers and Native American gifts.

We also offer our January Sale prices at http://www.arizonaindianjewelry.com/
Hurry in while supplies last.

Mother's Day

2007-05-01T15:18:00.000-07:00

Through out history, children have honored their Mothers, it is said the Romans held special days to honor mothers. The Greek's, The Celt's and The Pagan's have been known to celebrate Mothers on a special day each year.

President Woodrow Wilson declared the first national Mother's Day here in America, in 1914. What a cherished and joy filled day it has been every since. School children across America are making all sorts of hand crafted gifts for their special mom. Children making their mom breakfast, then taking it to her in bed. Can't you just picture the mess in the kitchen after the 7 and 8 year children decide to honor Mom with a breakfast.

This year should be no exception, Mother's Day is May 13, 2007 just a few two weeks away.

If you haven't found Mom that special gift yet, try shopping with www.BearlandersTradingco.com.

Bearlanders Trading offers a wide variety of merchandise to choose from including Onyx jewelry, Sterling Silver jewelry, Sandpaintings, Dream Catchers, Earrings, Bracelets, we even carry carved animals.

Celebrate your Mom this year - May 13th - with a beautiful gift from www.BearlandersTradingCo.com

Sterling Silver jewelry

2007-04-25T11:09:00.000-07:00

In 2007, the price of Sterling Silver has tripled since the $4.50 per ounce prices of *2000, yet Bearlanders Trading Co.com managed to keep their prices on Sterling Silver jewelry low and competitive in spite of the skyrocketing Silver prices.

For those of you who wear sterling silver jewelry, as well as all you Jewelry lovers, here is your opportunity to view a wide variety of Sterling Silver jewelry, Turquoise jewelry and American Indian jewelry at affordable prices. Bearlanders Trading Co has received a large selection of Fabulous "New Merchandise" including Indian jewelry crafted in America, Sterling Silver jewelry and pendants, Dream Catchers and Sand paintings, adding to our huge collections of sterling silver American Indian jewelry and gift items.

As many people have learned over the past several years, www.BearlandersTradingco.com offers a wide variety of American Indian jewelry, Sterling Silver jewelry and Southwestern gifts, all at very affordable prices. With items including Turquoise jewelry, Opal jewelry, Hematite necklaces, Semi-precious Gemstone nugget bracelets, this company has become synonymous with high quality Authentic Indian jewelry, affordable merchandise and excellent customer service.

This Spring we are proud to present One-of-a-Kind Items with Turquoise jewelry, Rainbow Calsilica jewelry, Bear jewelry, Wolf jewelry, Sterling Silver and 12K Gold Filled pendants. All of the beautiful jewelry we carry at Bearlanders Trading are expected to be timeless treasures.

Our fashionable jewelry is crafted right here in the USA, with Sterling Silver jewelry for men, including Wolf, Bear and Eagle jewelry. We are proud to carry Sterling Silver bracelets, Turquoise jewelry, Indian jewelry and Coral jewelry crafted by exceptional artists here in America. Sterling Silver jewelry and chokers are always en Fashion, this spring and summer are no exception.

At Bearlanders Trading, we are very often ahead of our time, we have carried Sterling Silver Omega chains (a flat stiff collar design) for several years now and 2007 is the year of the Omega. Enjoy the latest fashion trends in jewelry, pendants strung on Sterling Silver Omega chains.

Please take some time to check out the "newest" Stone in the retail market today, Rainbow Calsilica.
Omega Chain
And be the first to view and purchase some of the "Newest items" on the market today.

Visit us at:
www.BearlandersTradingCo.com and www.ArizonaIndianJewelry.com where you will find all of the Newest sterling silver jewelry, fashion trends and gift ideas in the retail marketplace today. Dont forget to use the coupon code goog15 for a 15% discount on your purchase. Shop:

www.BearlandersTradingco.com and
www.ArizonaIndianJewelry.com
for all your jewelry and gifts.

* Some information source found at Wikipedia®

Shopping just got Better

2006-11-06T13:23:00.000-08:00

*$*$*$* Save 20% Off Sterling Silver jewelry and Gifts! *$*$*$*

With the Holidays fast approaching, we thought it would be a good idea to start the season off with a Sale. For at least the next week or so, shop at either site, Arizona Indian Jewelry.com or Bearlanders Trading Co.com and take advantage of 20% savings on your purchase of $20 or more. Both stores offer quality merchandise including, Sterling Silver jewelry crafted in modern designs, dream catchers, dream catcher jewelry, the newest in gemstone nugget bracelets and necklaces, the list of merchandise and gifts is endless.

This is a great time to shop! Find the gifts your loved one's are sure to enjoy or shop for yourself, before items are sold out and the holiday season becomes too hectic.

Inspired by Duane "Dog" Chapman the Bounty Hunter, who is seen wearing Bone arm bands

2006-09-29T12:45:00.000-07:00

Many of us have seen the pictures of American Indians wearing Horn bone chest plates. These chest plates are made of Animal horn bones, strung together with sinew and adding stones such as Turquoise or Coral, for color as well as the healing properties thought to exist in the stones. Often times the horn bones were crafted into chokers for an Indians neck or arm band.

We have been lucky enough to sell these chokers and arm bands for the past 6 years. Just recently we have notices similar arm bands worn by Duane "Dog" Chapman also known as "Dog, the Bounty Hunter"! We are even more inspired to watch Duane "Dog" Chapman's bounty hunter show, knowing that we carry authentic Horn Bone choker, crafted by Mae S, a Navajo indian.

This Indian Choker is a Bone Pipe and Black Leather Choker with Red Jasper Beads. Crafted by Indian jewelry Artist Mae S, with bone that has been dyed in tea (an American Indian tradition). Handcrafted Bone Pipe Chokers have been crafted generation after generation, with a look that is timeless. Jasper is thought to protect against negativity and is thought to hold a nurturing quality. Made of 1" bone and measuring 1 1/4" in height (from top bone to bottom bone) with a total length of 34 inches. This Choker will comfortably fit a neck (or arm) size of 16 inches up to 24 inches. This Choker is worn by Men as well as Women.

This Bone Pipe and Black Leather Choker is handcrafted and therefore, may vary slightly from the one you receive. We do our best to ensure that each item is fairly represented by the appropriate photos. This Necklace will be shipped with a Certificate of Authenticity.
To learn more about Mae S, click on her underlined name.

Purchase this item and a large selection of American Indian Jewelry and gifts at:
www.BearlandersTradingCo.com

Dream Catchers

2006-09-28T08:13:00.000-07:00

www.BearlandersTradingCo.com, one of the leaders in American Indian jewelry and gifts, now extends wholesale pricing on dream catchers, to schools, private functions and firms as well as to retail businesses. With such large demands for our authentic dream catchers, orders may be placed directly on-line or by phone.

In an attempt to bring light to beautiful art as well as a beautiful people, Bearlanders Trading Co is offering wholesale prices on Dream Catchers, crafted by American Indians.

The Dream Catcher - It is believed that each carefully woven web will catch your dreams in the night. The bad spirit dreams will get caught in the web and disappear or burn up with the morning sun. The good spirit dreams will find their way to the center of the Dream catcher and float down the sacred feathers, then rise up with the mist of the morning to greet the morning sun.

www.BearlandersTradingCo.com is always looking for the finest quality American Indian merchandise to sell. Bearlanders is very pleased to have found the American Indian Artist Mae S, who with her family, still hand crafts Dream Catchers. This art has been passed down from generation to generation, Mae’s grandmother taught her this art and Mae does an excellent job hand crafting the Dream Catchers we carry. Because these Dream Catchers are hand crafted, each one will differ slightly in the color of the feathers and beads. Each Dream Catcher is shipped with a certificate of authenticity as well as the spiritual meaning which is listed above.

With so much merchandise allowed to flood the U S marketplace from foreign counties, it is a great pleasure to have authentic American Indian dream catchers, Indian jewelry and Native American gift items.

If your school, wedding party or business organization seeks to capture the dreams and imagination of students, friends, and employees or to give as gifts at your convention, www.BearlandersTradingCo.com is the site you are looking for.

The world today could use a brighter tomorrow, with the hope of better things to come. Hang a dream catcher over your bed, desk or from the rear view mirror of your car, believe in a better future and see the positive results.

To capture your dreams today, links have been placed in this article as well as at the bottom of the article for easy access to wholesale prices.

We have an excellent selection of sizes and colors, we offer authentic dream catchers, Navajo crafted.

available – contact us at:
www.BearlandersTradingCo.com Toll Free : 877-885-2544

America's Best kept Secret - American Indian Art

2006-04-07T11:45:00.001-07:00

One of America's Best kept Secrets is The American Indians exceptional ability to create Art.

The American Indian has been plagued by war and hunger for centuries. Before the Europeans came to settle in America and battle the Indians for their land, the Indians had been fighting with the Spanish Conquistador as well as with neighboring tribes. Yet, through all their turmoil, the American Indian continued to craft jewelry to adorn themselves and others. The simplistic beauty of the jewelry created by the Indians, has changed little over the centuries. Possibly the greatest reason for the continued popularity for Indian jewelry today.

One of the popular trends in jewelry this year is semi-precious gem stone jewelry. Gem stone nugget necklaces have been fashionable in the American southwest for many years, this year of course is no exception. Arizona Indian jewelry and Bearlanders Trading co have been offering gemstone jewelry to the public for the past two years, at affordable prices. This year, one of our artists has added a slight variation to the popular nugget necklaces.

For those of you who may not know, Taina is one of our most prolific artists. Taina has been creating and crafting the art of her jewelry for many years. A Native American of the Navajo tribe, Taina learned the art of crafting jewelry ( called stringing ) from her mother. An art form passed down from generation to generation.
We have just received the "Newest Merchandise" from Taina, Semi-precious gemstone jewelry with animal totems. A 'totem' is an animal or object which humans can most relate to, such as a bear, turtle, an arrowhead or even a stone. Totems are thought to bring spiritual and mental growth, healing and protection.

We hope you will stop by and take a look at the large selection of gemstone jewelry in our collection. If you like our jewelry, please use the coupon code - blog - to receive $10 off any purchase of $49.99 or more. This is our way of saying "Thank you" for taking the time to read this artical as well as shop our stores. This coupon is good through the end of April 2006.

Gemstone jewelry

www.ArizonaIndianJewelry.com

www.BearlandersTradingCo.com

Bearlanders Trading Co has recently acquired another leading American Indian jewelry business, Arizona Indian Jewelry.com.

2006-03-12T08:59:00.000-08:00

Bearlanders Trading Co has recently acquired another leading American Indian jewelry business, Arizona Indian Jewelry.com. The founders of ArizonaIndianJewelry.com split as business partners back in 2002 and have now reunited to create an exceptional Native American jewelry collection and an exciting collaboration.

Mr. Michael has over 33 years experience in the retail industry and Mr. Judie has 15 years in computer sciences. The vision of both partners was to help impoverished American Indians by creating a venue to support the sales of Indian craftsmanship. As well as to establish their own business and income.

The two men created Arizona Indian jewelry , an internet business directed at the sales of American Indian jewelry and Southwestern gifts. Following the business plan Mr. Michael created, Mr. Judie created a web-site promoting the sales of Native American jewelry. And the two men set out on a journey to help change a few lives for the better.

"Working with some 20 individual American Indians, we have found over the years, which Indian craftsman create jewelry worth bringing to the public." States Mr.Michael. "Weather we have helped with the financial burdens of the American Indian, I have no idea. I do know that we have learned much about the American Indian way of life as well as about ourselves. Over the past 5 1/2 years we have travelled throughout Arizona, New Mexico, California and Nevada, purchased a large amount of handcrafted Indian jewelry and sold it to the public at affordable prices."

With differences of opinion on how the buy, sell and present the merchandise to the public, the two parted ways. "We have stayed friends and helped each other over the years." Says Mr. Judie. "But we can't seem to get along on the business front."
Mishap and good fortune has brought both businesses to ownership of Mr. Michael, with Mr. Judie's help and advise in the background.

We enjoy listing the spiritual meanings associated with various gemstones. Therefore most items at Bearlanders Trading co and Arizona Indian jewelry are shipped with a spiritual meaning card and/or a certificate of authenticity.

Bearlanders Trading co and Arizona Indian jewelry have both restocked their Sand Painting inventory.

Sand Paintings, Once A Sacred American Indian Tradition, Now A Treasured Art!

Thank you for taking the time and interest in reading our blog.

We hope you will take some time to visit us at Bearlanders Trading co & Arizona Indian jewelry where you will find a large selection of Native American jewelry and southwestern gift ideas.

Re-publication of this artical is encouraged in its entirety.

American Indian jewelry & gift - 2006 Selling Season Excitement

2006-03-12T08:34:00.000-08:00

Bearlanders Trading Co American Indian jewelry, has purchased many great "new" items for the 'Spring. The new items include, Sand paintings, Opal jewelry, Turquoise jewelry and Onyx jewelry, which are expected to bring excitement to the 2006 Selling Seasons. Bearlanders has just received new Picture Jasper necklaces, several with Tortoise jasper bears, as well as all new arrowhead necklaces. Many of our new items are unique 'One-of-a-Kind' creations in jewelry. These necklaces are handcrafted in distinctive modern designs and very affordably priced.

Turquoise jewelry has been in fashion for decades and Spring 2006 will be no exception. Bearlanders Trading Co shoppers are sure to enjoy all of the new merchandise, paying special attention to the Inlay Opal jewelry. The Native American Indian has crafting several small pieces of cut stone, into Sterling Silver settings for many years. This beautifully unique, colorful eye catching Inlay Opal jewelry shows off the skills of American Indian jewelry craftsmanship.

Opal jewelry is said to be the "gemstone of love", with pendants, bracelets and earrings available, keep our Opal jewelry in mind as a gift for that special someone in your life.

Bearlanders Trading Co has recently acquired another leading Indian jewelry business, Arizona Indian Jewelry.com. The founders of ArizonaIndianJewelry.com split as business partners back in 2002 and have now reunited to create an exceptional Native American jewelry collection and an exciting collaboration.

In fashion this Spring will be a continuation from Fall of 2005, called "layering." Simply stated, several pieces of jewelry (necklaces and bracelets) worn together at the same time. We hope you will take some time to visit www.BearlandersTradingCo.com & www.ArizonaIndianJewelry.com where you will find a large selection of Native American jewelry and southwestern gift ideas.

For those who enjoy discount coupons and viewing the "newest" merchandise, sign up for the mailing lists located on either site. Our company believes your privacy is important, your e-mail address is never shared, sold or given out.

We enjoy listing the spiritual meanings associated with various gemstones. Most items at Bearlanders Trading co and Arizona Indian jewelry are shipped with a spiritual meaning card and/or a certificate of authenticity.

Bearlanders Trading co and Arizona Indian jewelry have both restocked their Sand Painting inventory. Sand Paintings, Once A Sacred American Indian Tradition, Now A Treasured Art!

Jasper is said to be a nurturing stone, which protects against negativity and promotes healing.
Red Jasper Necklaces
Autumn Jasper Necklaces

The Arrowhead was once used in everyday life of the American Indian, now it can be worn as jewelry. The Arrowhead is said to bring out the adventurer in each of us.

Onyx is said to drive away-unwanted thoughts and bad temper. In folklore, Onyx is considered a stabilizing stone, especially during times of extreme stress because it prevented loss of energy from the body.
Onyx Jewelry

Turquoise is one of the main stones that the Dine' (Navajo) use in their jewelry work and in religious ceremonies. It is thought to promote healing and bring good luck. Turquoise jewelry is worn by men, women and children, Turquoise is as popular today as it has been for centuries.

Opal has always had a mystical significance, thought to aid in psychic vision and to have the power to open the spiritual centers. Opal is also believed to heighten weak emotions and to strengthen the memory. Stop by Arizona Indian jewelry for a nice selection of Opal jewelry.

Thank you for stopping by,

Bearlanders Trading Co.com
ArizonaIndianJewelry.com

Native American jewelry – The Southwest

2005-05-17T13:52:00.000-07:00

Native American jewelry – The Southwest
Edited - August 2009

For several years, I have had the fortunate opportunity to be a purchasing agent for http://www.bearlanderstradingco.com/index.html . I have enjoyed the Southwest for the past 51 years and I would like to bring a part of that experience to you. The American Southwest has some of the most unusual and beautiful sites in America. You will find awe in the weather worn walls of the Grand Canyon, (Arizona) and beautiful red sandstone in Zion (Utah). Since earth’s creation, the wind and the water have carved beauty in the landscape, the likes of which no man could duplicate. Valleys so deep, you could fit the tallest skyscraper. With just about every color imaginable, blues, reds, greens, browns and purples scattered though the sides of the cliff walls. You see trees (scrub pine) growing out the side of the canyon walls, hanging on by only 1/2-inch roots. One could question how or why they exist there. There is water running through many of the canyons year round. With paths and trails to be hiked by all ages. For a rock collector, you could fill your pockets until your pants fell down. Or until your back grew so tired from the weight of the backpack filled with magnificent little treasures. No doubt the national park service doesn’t condon filling your pockets or backpack with rocks. But the west is vast and there are many little jagged treasures to be found.

The Mogillion rim is located roughly half way between Phoenix and Flagstaff and is every bit as inspiring as the Grand Canyon. Located near Strawberry (Arizona), overlooking the Mogillion, the rich, thick forest resembles a beautiful dark green carpet. Using your imagination, you can picture many places a cowboy could hide from hostile Indians. Better yet, picture the beauty of vast plateau's and deep gorge's where Indians, Soldiers and Cowboys alike, of the 1700, 1800 and early1900's traveled and made camp. When thinking of the southwest many only picture desert and scorching heat. Not so in this beautiful high country. No doubt the temperature never reaches the low 80's.
When you hear the word Arizona or American southwest, you no longer need to imagine desert, tumble weeds, snakes and unbearable heat. Now picture rich green forests, cool weather and the skies at night filled with so many stars it would take a lifetime to count them all. While watching the stars, you will still hear the howls of the coyote calling to the night sky. In the southwest and Arizona you will still find American Indians, not with bow and arrow in hand, but selling their handcrafted goods at road side rest stops. The American Indians have been crafting jewelry, pottery and carved items for centuries, an art that has been passed down from generation to generation.

While traveling I have purchased handcrafted, Native American jewelry as gifts for my family and friends. I have been intrigued by the fact that Native American Indians have handcrafted jewelry for centuries and are still making their jewelry by hand. In the 1800's a Mexican Silversmith taught the Indians of the southwest how to use silver in their jewelry work. I realized that not everyone could visit and enjoy the Southwest or afford much of the Indian jewelry and handcrafted goods. As many know, handcrafted Indian jewelry can range in price from $2 to as much as $10,000 and more. Fortunately, I have found a wonderful source to supply beautifully handcrafted Indian jewelry from the Southwest, at prices most all of us can afford.

American Indian jewelry is crafted with just about every gemstone imaginable, including everything from Amber, Amethyst, Jasper, Opal, Tiger Eye and of course Turquoise. Turquoise has been mined and used as far back as 5000 B.C. Turquoise jewelry is as popular today as it has been for centuries. Turquoise is said to have many healing properties, which is one of the reasons for its popularity and use in so many cultures, for so many centuries. All gemstones are said to have spiritual and medicinal healing properties. At Bearlanders Trading Co.com we carry a large selection of authentic American Indian jewelry, most of our Indian jewelry consist of many gemstones listed in this article.

Below I have listed many Spiritual meanings of semi-precious gemstones as well as Native American folklore, which have been passed on to me.

Click on any of the gemstones or animal totems to see related gift ideas.

Amber (golden transparent color): This beautiful golden-color stone was once thought to be pieces of the Sun that had fallen to Earth. Amber is actually fossilized resin from extinct pine trees; many pieces of Amber have insects or plants encased. It is thought to relieve sore throats and minor infections.

Amethyst (purple color): Conducts peaceful energy, aids intuition, encourages freedom from addictions.

Aventurine (green in color): Releases anxiety and fear, boosts tranquility, promotes decisiveness and leadership skills.

Charoite (purple in color): Comes from a river in Siberia, Russia. It is thought to promote courage and healing. And release us from our fears!

Coral (red color): Is said to aid in the circulation of the body and to enrich the blood.

Hematite (metallic dark gray color): Energizes and revitalizes you. It attunes the mind and positively affects the bloodstream.

Howlite (White with Gray Marbling): Howlite is thought to aid in breathing.

Jasper (brownish-red color): Nurturing, protects against negativity; promotes healing to kidneys, liver, spleen and bladder.

Lapis (dark blue to purple color): Lapis is thought to bring the gift of strength, self-assurance and increase sensitivity to your higher power. Denim Lapis is light blue color with darker blue speckling.

Malachite (dark green color): Clarifies emotions, facilitates insights. It removes obstruction, represents fidelity and loyalty.

Opal (milky white with spectral colors): Known as "The Gem of the Gods," Opal has always had a mystical significance. Opal is thought to aid in psychic vision and to have the power to open the spiritual centers. Opal is also believed to heighten weak emotions and to strengthen the memory.

Onyx (black color): It is said to drive away unwanted thoughts and bad temper. In folklore, Onyx is considered a stabilizing stone, especially during times of extreme stress because it prevented loss of energy from the body.

Snowflake Obsidian (black with white marbling): Obsidian is Volcanic glass (but is not sharp) and is thought to bring out the truth. It helps calm fear and maintains balance in time of change.

Sodalite (bark blue with white marbling): Is thought to stimulate courage, alleviating fears and calming anguish. It is thought to promote understanding and balance for spiritual growth.

Sugilite (Sugilite is deep purple in color): Is associated with spirituality and mysticism. Sugilite is thought to increase psychic abilities and increase insight.

Tiger-eye (golden color): Tiger-eye is thought to balance negative and positive energy, bringing clarity and enhance psychic ability.

Turquoise (blue color): Turquoise jewelry is very popular today and seems to be an endless fashion. The early Egyptians mined Turquoise as far back as 5000 BC. Turquoise is one of the main stones that the Dine' (Navajo) use in their jewelry work and in religious ceremonies. It is thought to promote healing and good luck. Turquoise can be found in various colors from green to blue. Turquoise is mined in many parts of the world including Iran, Afghanistan, Australia and here in the United States it is mined Arizona and New Mexico. The Native American Indians have used turquoise for jewelry as far back as the 1600's, but the introduction of silver came from the Spanish. And the combination of silver and turquoise is said to have been taught by a Mexican silversmith in the 1800,s.

Wild Horse (white with black): Wild Horse is mined in Nevada and is sometimes called White Turquoise or White Buffalo, but it is 75% Magnasite and 25% Hematite. One of the most popular stones in the Southwestern today is the Beautiful Black and White Wild Horse. This stone is thought to energize and revitalize you; it also represents beauty, strength and determination.

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Totem:

The animal spirits whose qualities we most associate with or those animal spirits which most associate with us. These are qualities that we feel most connected to or qualities that are connected with us. It is a simple belief, that we are all connected, humans, animals and mother earth.

Our animal spirits (totems) can guide us through all or certain parts of our lives. An easy way to learn your totem is to find a quiet place and concentrate or meditate. Don't try too hard or your totems will elude you. It is possible to have several totems and these totems can change as we change throughout life.

Every animal on earth is sacred, revered or has spiritual meaning in one culture or another. Just as the Eagle symbolizes unity, strength and freedom for the United States. Below we list the symbolic meaning of animals in many Native American Indian traditions.

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Badger: Cures the sick, prays for the growth of healing herbs to be given to him.

Buffalo :Is thought to be a great spiritual protector, bringing nourishment to the body and soul. When a white or albino Buffalo is born, it is thought to bring peace among nations.

Bear : Symbolizes strength and power. The Bear is considered to be one of the most powerful and sacred of all animals. Because the Bear hibernates, it is considered to bring the gift of renewal. The Bear Kachina is thought to have great power to cure the sick.

Crow (kachina doll) :Is beneficial to agriculture because of his destruction of rodents.

Eagle: The Eagle represents strength and power, is the ruler of the sky & the messenger to the heavens.

Lizard (kachina doll):Is thought to bring sweethearts together.

Owl (kachina doll): Symbolizes intelligence and Wisdom, it is very beneficial to agriculture because of his destruction of rodents.

Wolf: Represents the Hunter, he uses his knowledge to find and capture game animals.

Chasing Star (kachina doll): Chasing Star symbolizes the planets and the stars.

Morning Singer (kachina doll): Appears on rooftops and sings songs to wake the village.

Sunface (kachina doll): Represents warmth, shelter for the old, a bright future, and playfulness for the young.

The Arrowhead: Arrowhead is thought to represent the hunter and also symbolizes the adventurer in each of us.

The above is for entertainment purposes only! These meanings are considered folklore or myth. Bearlanders Trading Co. does not make any such claims to the above statements. Thank You !

About the Author:
I have spent a large amount of time and energy writing this blog post, yet for some reason, ignorant people feel they should copy my work, cut it up and claim it for themselves. You are wrong. Write your own personal story.

Tarl Michael was born and lives in the American Southwest. He purchases jewelry directly from many American Indians in an attempt to support them and himself.
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