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#PotteryTerm: WHITEHARD - A stage in the drying of a piece of pottery where it is fully dry and has very little moisture. At this point it is ready to be fired in the kiln.

#Coral jewelry has been found in ancient Egyptian and prehistoric European burials. Cuff is #Navajo made, artist unknown.

The #Zuni people associate #turquoise with the earth, believing that green turquoise represents female figures whereas blue turquoise represents men. Earrings are Zuni made, artist unknown.

Two bright blue, oval turquoise pieces are surrounded by sterling silver details in this handmade pendant by #Navajo silversmiths Bennett and Dreama Yazzie. palmstrading.com/shop/new-it…

#FunFact: There are two ways to say "thank you" in the #Navajo language: "Ahéhee'" and "Tʼáá íiyisíí ahéheeʼ"

Lab #opal is considered a true synthetic or created opal which is produced in controlled laboratory conditions and with the same chemical composition as natural opal, but with a very low moisture content, making it more durable. Cuff bracelet is #Navajo made, stamped WG.

Did You Know...? In the 1970s, #Laguna artists re-established the traditional craft of pottery-making with the help of a federally-funded program. Seed pot by Laguna potter Robert Kasero, Jr.

According to #Hopi tradition, when Kachinas return to the spirit world at the end of the planting, they return with prayers of the people that we might all continue on this earth for another round in the circle of life. Shalako Mana kachina doll by Hopi carver John Hayah, Jr.

#FunFact: The first part of the firing process oxidizes pottery: the higher the temperature, the harder the pottery and the better the colors. Jar by #Acoma potter Beverly Garcia.

In many #NativeAmerican cultures, the dragonfly symbolizes happiness, speed and purity. Ring by #Navajo silversmith Lee Charley.

For Native American tribes, especially the Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi, #turquoise has long been considered a sacred stone, representing the sky, water, and the Earth's life-giving energies. Cuff bracelet is #Navajo made, artist unknown.

A seated woman holds a small piece of pottery and rests with three children on her lap in this wonderful, traditional storyteller figurine by #Jemez potter Chrislyn Fragua. palmstrading.com/shop/native…

Did You Know...? #Acoma Pueblo is nestled atop a sheer-walled, 367-foot sandstone bluff in a valley studded with sacred, towering monoliths.

The symbol of the Man in the Maze, in many #NativeAmerican cultures, represents the idea that life's journey is not always easy. Bolo tie by Navajo silversmith Sonny Gene.

Kewa (Santo Domingo) pottery is characterized by large, blocky, and often symmetrical designs (flowers, geometric motifs, stylized birds) in brown, black, or red on a buff background. Pitcher is #Kewa made, artist unknown.

Mother of pearl is said to stimulate intuition, sensitivity, imagination, and adaptability and help with clarity in decision making. Ring is #Navajo made, artist unknown.

Traditional #Navajo pots are smoothed and scraped with corncobs and fired in an open pit using juniper wood as fuel. Vase by Navajo potter Alice Cling.

The tiger eye stone is believed to instill courage and a level head within its owner. Earrings are #Navajo made, artist unknown.

One #Navajo legend states that when it rains after a long period of drought, human tears seep into the earth and form #turquoise. Cuff bracelet by Navajo silversmith Roland Francisco.

It is with deep sadness that we share that Hopi potter Stetson Setalla has passed away. Thank you to his brother, Dee, for letting us know. Sending our heartfelt condolences and wishes for peace and comfort to his family and friends. Bowl by Stetson.