Mother of pearl Native American jewelry features the luminous, iridescent beauty of natural pearl shell, a material that has been treasured by Southwestern tribes for its ethereal glow and symbolic connection to water and the moon. The opalescent surface of mother of pearl shifts between white, cream, pink, and subtle rainbow hues as it catches the light, creating jewelry that seems almost alive with gentle radiance. Our collection features mother of pearl set in handcrafted sterling silver pieces by Native American artisans who appreciate the shell's unique visual properties. Zuni artisans are particularly renowned for their use of mother of pearl in intricate inlay work, where the shell's luminosity contrasts beautifully with darker materials like jet and turquoise. Navajo silversmiths showcase larger mother of pearl cabochons in elegant pendant and ring designs that frame the shell's natural beauty. Each piece celebrates the profound connection between Native American cultures and the natural world, transforming a humble shell material into jewelry of extraordinary refinement and delicate beauty that complements both casual and formal wear.
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Zuni Pueblo
$119.00
Zuni Pueblo
$149.00
$149.00
$89.00
$199.00
$320.00
$300.00
Navajo
$219.00
Zuni Pueblo
$295.00
Zuni Pueblo
$229.00
Navajo
$199.00
Zuni Pueblo
$89.00
Zuni Pueblo
$198.00
$695.00
$595.00
Hopi
$195.00
$169.00
Zuni Pueblo
$290.00
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$295.00
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$435.00
$349.00
Zuni Pueblo
$960.00
Zuni Pueblo
$865.00
Zuni Pueblo
$99.00
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.
