Jonathan Ancient Artifacts Navajo Indian Keychain – Vintage Sterling Silver Navajo Indian Keychain

In the mid to late nineteenth century, the Navajos had learned silversmithing from the Spanish and pueblos. After learning how to silversmith, the Navajos began to combine silver with the Navajo turquoise. The Navajo turquoise jewelry was only used for ceremonies and religious rituals before tourists took interest into the Navajo art.

Black, white, blue, and green were the colors within the turquoise stone which represent the colors of the natural world. The symbol called “Naja” appeared often in tradition Navajo jewelry. The symbol Naja was obtained from the Mexican culture, which represents good fortune.