Silver & Turquoise Bolo Tie

Nathaniel Johnson is a Navajo silversmith renowned for his handcrafted sterling silver jewelry, often featuring intricate inlays of stones such as turquoise, opal, and onyx. His pieces reflect traditional Navajo designs, including motifs like conchos and bear symbols, and are typically signed with his hallmark, “Nel J”.

The Morning Star symbolizes hope and guidance. The morning star is the brightest star in the sky at dawn. The morning star is actually the planet Venus as seen in the eastern sky around dawn. It is used by many Native American Indian tribes and usually has meanings related to past spirits and ancestors. In many of the Native American cultures the ancestors were represented as stars. For additional information on this subject refer to Star Chart & Astrology. The Great Plains Indians honor the morning star as a sign of courage and purity of spirit. The Ghost Dance Religion used it as a symbol of the coming renewal of tradition and resurrection of the heroes of the past.

Most garments I sell are vintage. Defects are always mentioned but keep in mind I sell garments that are often 30 years old, some are 40 or 50 years old even. Signs of wear can be expected of vintage. It’s part of the charm. Make sure you checked all pictures and descriptions before you purchase.

All sales are final.