Number 8 Mine Turqouise Earrings in a Minimalist Teardrop-shaped Setting
by Tommy Jackson
Post style
Tommy Jackson, from Chinle, Arizona, learned the art of silversmithing from his parents, Martha and Gene Jackson. He is known for merging traditional Navajo designs with modern-day aesthetics in his dynamic jewelry.
cabochon length: 1", Overall: 1 3/16", post style
Number 8 Mine, claimed in 1929, produced a selection of the biggest turquoise nuggets ever found. Marvin Syme and the Edgar brothers worked together and discovered a gem quality turquoise stone that weighed in at over 150 pounds! Closed in 1976, the last owner of the mine was Dowell Ward who mined a giant stockpile of high-quality turquoise that through today is still on the market. Once the Number 8 gem quality turquoise stockpile reserve is depleted, it will never be available again, making it highly valuable.
