Native American lighter cases handmade by Navajo artists, with sterling silver designs and settings on a nickel body, set with turquoise. One case features inlay of turquoise, mother of pearl, black onyx and coral, and flower and leaf designs appear on most cases. Every case here is handmade and includes an original certificate of authenticity.
Navajo Lighter Cases
A lighter case is a slim metal sleeve that fits over a lighter and turns an everyday object into a piece of Navajo silverwork. The cases in this collection use a durable nickel body with a sterling silver top layer or stone setting, so the decorative part is silver. Read more about the history and styles of this work in our Navajo jewelry guide.
Stones and Designs
Turquoise is the main stone, set in a handmade silver bezel. One case is inlaid with turquoise, mother of pearl, black onyx and coral, with each stone cut and fitted by hand to form the design. Flower and leaf motifs appear on most cases. See our coral guide to learn more about how coral is used in Native American work.
Metals
The body of each case is nickel, and the sterling silver is the design layer or the stone setting. The product page lists which parts are sterling silver, so check it if you have a metal sensitivity or want an all-silver piece.
Size and Fit
Dimensions are listed on the product page, so compare them with the lighter you plan to use before you buy. Many listings show a representative photo, so the case you receive may vary slightly in stone color and pattern.
A Practical Gift
A lighter case is a useful gift for someone who already carries a lighter, and it pairs well with a Navajo money clip, keychain or belt buckle for a matching set of everyday pieces.
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 on the silver part, and paperwork naming the maker. Our hallmarks guide explains what the stamps mean.
Care
Wipe the case with a soft jewelry cloth, keep it away from water and cleaning chemicals, and avoid knocking the stones against hard surfaces.