Techniques and Styles Associated with the Creation of Vintage and Contemporary Native American Jewelry
Palms Trading Company has been selling and trading in Native American & Vintage Native American Jewelry for over 75 years. As experts in Native American craft and jewelry we have become quite familiar with the different styles and techniques used to create these... Read moreKnowing Your Gemstones and Cabochons is Important When Selecting and Purchasing Native American Jewelry
At Palms Trading Company of Albuquerque, we understand stones. Whether the jewelry contains semi-precious or precious, faceted or cabochon gemstones, we know what we are looking for when selecting Native American jewelry. Types of Gemstones and Cabochons Here are some... Read more
Artist Spotlight: Eugene Mitchell
July’s Artist Spotlight focuses on a Navajo silversmith who has been creating since 1952 and doing business with Palms since 2002. It is our great pleasure to introduce you to sandcast extraordinaire, Eugene Mitchell. Navajo silversmith Eugene... 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
Artist Spotlight: Orlinda Natewa
Known for her fish scale designs in mostly contemporary styles, Zuni silversmith Orlinda Natewa, our featured artist this month, embodies both tradition and talent. Orlinda Natewa, born February 4, 1944 to Juanita and Lambert Homer, is a Zuni silversmith... Read more
The Native American Squash Blossom Necklace
The Native American squash blossom necklace, while a Native American creation, developed slowly and is deeply rooted in non-Native American Indian culture and history. The main part of any squash (blossom) necklace, the crescent shaped pendant called the... Read moreArtist Spotlight: Ronald Chavez
It’s our pleasure to introduce you to our friend, Santo Domingo artist Ronald Chavez, who is best known for his beautiful slab and bead work. Born on April 20, 1958 to Rosalita and Remijio Chavez, Santo Domingo artist Ronald Chavez learned the craft of heishi... Read more
The Unique Art of Cochiti Pueblo
Every Pueblo in New Mexico has its own rich history, culture and artistic traditions, and Cochiti Pueblo is no exception. Many Cochiti Pueblo members make their living by selling their art, which includes pottery and jewelry like many other Pueblos. However, Cochiti... Read more
Thunderbird and Lightning Patterns: Meanings, Symbolism & Significance
At Palms Trading Company, many of the pieces of handmade jewelry and pottery in our inventory are decorated with beautiful patterns. Most of these patterns have historical and spiritual significance to the artists and to their Pueblo. The patterns symbolize important... Read more
Make a Unique Statement with Native American Indian Jewelry
New Mexico is a unique state: our culture is a blend of western, Spanish and Native American Indian, specifically Pueblo and Navajo. At Palms Trading Company, our Native American Indian jewelry pieces are products of that unique blend. Much of the jewelry we... Read more