Spiny oyster bracelets wrap the wrist in the warm color that has balanced Southwestern jewelry for centuries β shell in vivid orange, red, and purple, set against hand-wrought sterling silver. Harvested from the warm waters of the Gulf of California and carried inland along ancient trade routes, spiny oyster is a staple of Zuni and Santo Domingo inlay and Navajo cluster work, prized for the warmth it adds beside cool turquoise. Our collection gathers spiny oyster bracelets across that tradition, from broad cuffs centered on a single shell cabochon to channel inlay and cluster designs that arrange matched pieces in glowing patterns. The bracelets are finished by hand, with hand-built settings and shell cut and fitted by hand. The effect is jewelry that seems to hold the warmth of the desert sun β distinctive, durable, and grounded in the long history of Southwestern lapidary work.
Yes. The Humiovi was a longtime member of the Indian Arts and Crafts Association (IACA) until its dissolution in 2018. Every piece we represent as Native American-made carries a verified tribal affiliation and a Certificate of Authenticity.
Yes. Every piece purchased from The Humiovi includes a Certificate of Authenticity recording the piece, its materials, and its artist where known. For a piece we represent as Native American-made, the certificate also states its verified tribal affiliation and the Indian Arts and Crafts Act guarantee.
Yes β complimentary standard shipping on jewelry orders anywhere in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, 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 β no restocking fee applies. Items must be returned new, unworn and unused in their original packaging; the Certificate of Authenticity is yours to keep. See our Return Policy (/policies/returns) for complete details.