Native American earrings by Navajo, Zuni and Hopi artists, mostly in sterling silver and often set with turquoise, coral or tiger's eye. Most are dangle earrings, with studs, posts and some clip-on styles too. Most are handmade, and nearly all include an original certificate of authenticity.
Navajo, Zuni and Hopi Earrings
Most earrings here are Navajo, from stamped silver drops to turquoise and coral dangles. Some are Zuni, a tradition known for inlay and petit point stonework, and some are Hopi, a tradition known for overlay silverwork. Our guides to Navajo jewelry, Zuni jewelry and Hopi jewelry explain the styles.
Stones and Metals
Turquoise is the most common stone. Other pairs feature coral, tiger's eye, gaspeite, black onyx, lapis and spiny oyster, and some combine turquoise with coral. The product page names the stones used.
Most earrings are sterling silver. On many beaded and copper pairs the hooks are the sterling silver part, and some use copper or nickel for the body. The metal line on the listing says which parts are sterling, which matters if you have sensitive ears.
Dangle, Stud, Post or Clip-On
Dangle earrings hang from a hook and move as you do, from short drops to longer statement pairs. Studs and posts sit close to the ear and suit daily wear, and clip-on styles work without pierced ears. The size listed on the product page is the full drop, so compare it with a pair you already own. Many listings show a representative photo, so the piece you receive may vary slightly in stone color and pattern.
How to Check Authenticity
Authentic Native American work is made by an enrolled member of a recognized tribe, and selling imitations as Indian-made is illegal under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act. Look for an artist hallmark, a sterling stamp where the metal is silver, and paperwork naming the maker. Our hallmarks guide explains what the stamps mean, and nearly all pairs here include an original certificate of authenticity.
Caring for Your Earrings
Put earrings on after hairspray and perfume, and remove them before swimming or showering. Wipe the silver with a soft cloth, clean the hooks or posts with a little rubbing alcohol on cotton, and store pairs together in a small pouch.