In Navajo language, nízhánee' (ne-zjan-neh) means “lucky”. At American West Jewelry, we believe luck and fortune favors the BOLD! The perfect way to be bold is to accessorize with gemstone jewelry, which can make a big (and stylish) statement without saying a word. Check out these gorgeous treasures from our Green Jewelry Collection that will bring you luck in many forms. 🍀
Luck in the Form of Healing
For the Navajo people and many other Native American tribes, the turtle symbolizes both physical and spiritual healing. The turtle’s power is so great that many used its shell to dispense medication and create rattles in ceremonies. If you are looking for guidance and inspiration during your own healing journey during tough times, this slow and steady companion from our Spirit Stones Collection may be perfect for you. With time and resilience, your journey may lead you to stumble upon luck in places you never looked before.
Sterling Silver Chrysocolla Leaf Design Button Earrings
Luck in the Form of Tranquility
Chrysocolla is believed to symbolize tranquility because it carries peaceful energy. When you harness the power of this gemstone, you will also master the ability to remain calm, cool and collected. If you live a fast and busy life, these simplistic Chrysocolla button earrings may be ideal for you. The button earring is an essential design that’s easy to style, which means less time stressing. When your energy remains calm, you will have the ability to slow down and spot opportunities where luck and fortunate outcomes may be waiting for you.
Sterling Silver Green Turquoise Concha Braided Leather Wrap Bracelet
Luck in the Form of Confidence
All Southwest jewelry collectors know that Turquoise is significant to the history, culture and art of Native culture. It has long symbolized nature’s power and beauty. The bluer Turquoise stones represent the sky, while the greener ones represent the Earth. When you wear Green Turquoise, its energy naturally attracts abundance and prosperity. This means you don’t even have to find luck ~ you are instead wielding the power and confidence to draw it out towards you!
Sterling Silver Chrysocolla and Malachite Chandelier Dangle Earrings
Luck in the Form of Creativity
These chandelier earrings showcase Mother Earth’s creativity in an extraordinary way. Chrysocolla and Malachite often naturally occur together, forming a beautiful mixture of green hues that is eye-catching. When you wear these earrings, you’ll be wearing that creative energy. Take inspiration from this creativity ~ use it to create a beautiful mix of luck and fortune for yourself!
Sterling Silver Green Turquoise Arrowhead Squash Blossom Statement
Luck in the Form of Growth
The squash blossom is an iconic design in Southwestern jewelry. It honors the squash plants that have been an important crop for Native tribes. Wearing the squash blossom is often seen as a sign of wealth and high status, but it can also symbolize the strength to grow and blossom. Whether you’re growing out of your old self or just simply growing out of old habits, you should celebrate the growth that has brought you to new opportunities where luck is waiting to welcome you.
Sterling Silver Green Malachite Gemstone 3-Stone Ring
Luck in the Form of Protection
Malachite has historically been regarded by Native American culture and others worldwide to be a stone that provides protection. Physical protection is often what comes to mind. Being protected from physical danger is always considered to be lucky! But this beautiful green colored gemstone can also provide mental and emotional protection too. Having a special Malachite ring could bring you luck without you even knowing it. Its energy may help guide you to the path that’s most safe and fortunate for you.
Sterling Silver Serpentine Teardrop Bordered Design Pendant Enhancer
Luck in the Form of Harmony
The intertwining lines within Serpentine stones are thought to be symbolic of the cycle of life. The marble pattern these lines create also represents memories and connections during one’s lifetime. When we learn not just to exist ~ but to really live our lives, we find harmony. We find a sense of belonging in this world and an appreciation for our experiences. When we do so, lucky blessings find us in the exact places we’re supposed to be.
More about American West Jewelry by Carolyn Pollack
American West Jewelry is on a journey of our own to create gemstone jewelry crafted with love. Our mission is to create bold statement heirloom pieces that empower women by bonding them across all cultures and down through all generations – grandmothers, mothers and daughters. We also hope that our jewelry brings our collectors a sense of good energy and interconnectedness. We design our jewelry in Albuquerque, New Mexico and draw on the diversity of our multi-cultural heritage to craft earrings, bracelets and necklaces that reflect our close connection to Mother Earth, the American Southwest and the beautiful women who adore our brand. 🩵