Zuni Kingman turquoise jewelry unites the extraordinary lapidary tradition of the Zuni with the bright, reliable turquoise of Arizona's historic Kingman mine. Where Navajo work foregrounds silver, Zuni work foregrounds the stone and the cutting of it — petit point, needlepoint, channel inlay, and cluster settings built from many small, precisely cut stones. Kingman's even color and steady supply make it ideal for exactly this exacting work, where dozens of stones in a single piece must match. Our collection gathers Zuni Kingman pieces across rings, earrings, bracelets, and more, each handcrafted by a Native American artisan. The hallmarks of authentic Zuni lapidary are present throughout: tiny, hand-cut stones fitted with precision, hand-built silver frameworks, and natural turquoise selected for consistency of hue. This is jewelry that rewards a close look — the technical mastery of Zuni stonework set with the Arizona turquoise that helped define the Southwestern style.
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Zuni Pueblo
$149.00
Zuni Pueblo
$119.00
Zuni Pueblo
$69.00
Zuni Pueblo
$149.00
$149.00
$89.00
Zuni Pueblo
$139.00
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$80.00
Zuni Pueblo
$149.00
$199.00
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$169.00
Zuni Pueblo
$144.00
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$265.00
$169.00
$129.00
Zuni Pueblo
$179.00
Zuni Pueblo
$99.00
Zuni Pueblo
$149.00
Zuni Pueblo
$179.00
Zuni Pueblo
$165.00
Zuni Pueblo
$189.00
Zuni Pueblo
$220.00
Zuni Pueblo
$240.00
Zuni Pueblo
$159.00
Zuni Pueblo
$89.00
Zuni Pueblo
$195.00
Zuni Pueblo
$350.00
$480.00
Zuni Pueblo
$198.00
$375.00
$269.00
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$265.00
$169.00
Zuni Pueblo
$745.00
$265.00
$488.00
$795.00
$389.00
$629.00
$195.00
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$699.00
Zuni inlay is a lapidary technique in which small, precisely cut stones and shell are fitted tightly into silver to form patterns or figures -- either channel inlay (each stone framed in metal) or mosaic inlay (stones set flush against one another). It is a signature of Zuni Pueblo craftsmanship (/answers/what-is-zuni-inlay).
Navajo (Diné) work is defined by bold silverwork and prominent turquoise; Zuni work centers on intricate lapidary -- inlay, needlepoint, and cluster settings of small, precisely cut stones; Hopi work is defined by silver overlay, a two-layer technique creating designs in shadow with little or no stone. Our guide compares all three (/guides/navajo-vs-zuni-vs-hopi).
Genuine turquoise shows natural, irregular matrix (the host-rock webbing) and varies from stone to stone, and it feels cool and stone-like. Perfectly uniform color, a too-regular web, or a warm, plastic feel can indicate dyed howlite, reconstituted block, or imitation. The safest assurance is a seller who states each stone's origin and treatment in writing. See our Turquoise Buyer's Guide (/guides/turquoise-buyers-guide).
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.
