Maria Martinez: A Chronological Summary of her Various Time-Period Signatures
Famous San Ildefonso potter and the woman responsible for the renaissance of Pueblo pottery, Maria Martinez, used seven different signatures at various points in her career. Many of our customers have expressed interest in knowing how the signatures relate to the time... Read more
The Value of Turquoise: Determining Quality Through Four Factors
At Palms, we feel it is our privilege and our obligation to stay informed and educated regarding the various facets of our business and the products we sell. We also know it is important to pass this knowledge on to you, our valued customers. As turquoise has gained... Read more
Honesty is Always the Best Policy at Palms Trading Company
Is honesty in the Native American jewelry business diminishing? Do you know what the origin of your jewelry is and what it is really made of? Here at Palms, we strive daily to give accurate and truthful information about the Native American art we buy and sell.... Read more How to Buy Quality Pueblo Pottery
**Taken from Palms Trading Company Owner Guy Berger’s book, Pueblo and Navajo Contemporary Pottery and Directory of Artists, Second Edition** Almost every day as we buy Pueblo pottery here at Palms Trading Company, I get asked the question, “How do you... Read morePalms Trading Company’s Pledge: Authenticity
For over 80 years, Palms Trading Company has been internationally renowned for its selection of genuine Native American Indian jewelry, pottery, rugs and other pieces of art. That’s our continuing pledge to you, our customer — to continue to offer authentic... Read moreFair Trade at Palms
October is Fair Trade Month. Fair trade recognizes the hard work and craftsmanship of farmers, artisans and workers by ensuring they are justly compensated for their products. Developing fair trade standards takes a substantial investment of time and money to make... Read more