Robert Begay is a young Dine artist who is making extraordinary jewelry. In this video he tells of his background, his artistic influences, his love of turquoise and we see some beautiful jewelry.
Bruce Mead was the Bisbee Rock Man and he taught me how to cut turquoise. In this video he shows how to attach turquoise slabs to the doping stick for cutting. Its a bit rough but worth learning from
This gentleman just explained why you need a guide to help you navigate your way through a turquoise purchase. I've purchased from galleries, dealers, and a jewelry artist/lapidary. A lot of this becomes common sense with experience. But always, always, "caveat emptor". It is your responsibility to ask questions. And by all means, get a written statement of authenticity!
This gentleman just explained why you need a guide to help you navigate your way through a turquoise purchase. I've purchased from galleries, dealers, and a jewelry artist/lapidary. A lot of this becomes common sense with experience. But always, always, "caveat emptor". It is your responsibility to ask questions. And by all means, get a written statement of authenticity!
Marty Colbaugh of Kingman Turquoise.