Bumblebee jasper jewelry pairs one of the gem world's most startling color patterns — banded yellow, orange, black, and white — with the sterling silverwork of Native American artisans. Despite its trade name, bumblebee jasper is not a true jasper at all: it is a volcanic sediment from the Mount Papandayan region of Indonesia, its bands formed by mineral-rich hot springs, always cut and sealed as polished cabochons. Contemporary Southwestern silversmiths have embraced the stone for exactly the reason collectors seek it out — no other material delivers that graphic, sunlit striping, and it sits beautifully inside a hand-stamped silver bezel. Our collection gathers bumblebee jasper earrings, bracelets, pendants, and rings, each handcrafted by a Native American artisan and documented to its maker. For wearers drawn to bold, modern color inside a traditional silhouette, bumblebee jasper is among the most distinctive choices in the gallery.
Yes. The Humiovi is a member of the Indian Arts and Crafts Association (IACA), founded in 1974 to promote and protect authentic Native American art. Every piece we sell carries a named artist, verified tribal affiliation, and a Certificate of Authenticity.
Yes. Every piece purchased from The Humiovi includes a Certificate of Authenticity detailing the item's origin, the artisan who created it, the materials used, and the tribal tradition it represents.
Yes — complimentary insured standard shipping on jewelry orders within the continental United States, for everyone, with no account, no subscription, and no minimum. On a mixed order the jewelry ships free and the rest is quoted at checkout. Pottery, kachinas, and knives ship at calculated rates, and international orders are quoted live at checkout.
We accept returns for a refund within 30 days of delivery. Refunds are issued less a 20% restocking fee, and return shipping is the customer's responsibility. Should you prefer a different piece, exchanges for an item of equal or greater value are complimentary — no restocking fee applies. All items must be returned in new, unworn condition with their original packaging and Certificate of Authenticity. See our Return Policy (/policies/returns) for complete details.