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Black Arrow Native American Jewelry & Art

Name: Black Arrow Native American Jewelry & Art
Address: 124 West Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ, 86301, US
Telephone: +19287764092
Price range: $$$

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This family-run business specializes in handcrafted Native American Jewelry and Art Visit us online or visit our Prescott AZ Store

Black Arrow offers a large selection of Jewelry & Art from Native American Artists & Artists from the Southwest.

09/07/2026

Not all "handmade" jewelry is actually handmade. By FTC standards, genuine handmade work is made solely by hand or hand guidance.

No CNC machinery, no punch presses, no mass production shortcuts.

The silver is worked by hand. The stone is selected individually. The design comes from one person making real decisions, not from a template optimized for speed.

If it's truly handmade, a seller should be able to tell you exactly that.

-Produced

09/06/2026

Five handcrafted pendants, five verified Native American artists 🖤

Swipe through a few of our favorites, from David Rosales by Supersmith's iconic Shalako and White Buffalo pieces to a classic sterling silver design by celebrated Navajo artist Artie Yellowhorse.

Every piece at Black Arrow Gallery comes with full artist provenance, honest stone disclosure, and decades of direct relationships with the artists themselves. No guessing, no vague answers — just the real thing.

📍 124 W. Gurley St, Prescott, AZ — trusted since 1996 🔗 Shop the full pendant collection — link in bio

09/03/2026

Shopping for a Native American pendant? Walk away if you see any of these 🚩

🚩 "Southwestern style" or "Native-inspired" labeling instead of Native American-made 🚩 No artist name or tribal affiliation available 🚩 Stones with perfectly uniform color and zero natural variation 🚩 Silver that feels light, thin, or machine-finished 🚩 A price that seems too low for genuine handmade work 🚩 A seller who gets vague when you ask direct questions.

Trust your gut — and trust a gallery that can answer every question without hesitation.

09/01/2026

The stone is half the story. Here's what to know:

💙 Turquoise — pale blue to deep blue-green, with matrix patterning from clean to dramatic spiderweb veining. Natural is top-tier; stabilized (mined stone hardened with resin) is accepted when disclosed. Synthetic has no place in authentic work.

⚫ Onyx — deep, consistent black with a smooth surface. A striking, durable contrast against sterling silver.

❤️ Orange Spiny Oyster Shell - prized for its vibrant orange, red and peach tones, often with natural variations that make each piece unique. Native artists commonly use it in rings, pendants, cuffs, beads and inlay, where its warm color creates a striking contrast with turquoise and sterling silver.

Natural vs. stabilized vs. synthetic isn't just semantics — it changes the value and the story of the piece. Always ask which one you're getting.

08/31/2026

Native American silversmithing like Supersmith Inc. David Rosales Jewelry Designs didn't develop for markets — it developed over centuries within living traditions. Techniques passed through families. Skills like hand stamping, sand casting, and stone setting were learned over years of practice within a cultural framework.

What that produces: handmade jewelry with genuine technical excellence and genuine cultural depth.

That combination is rare in any craft.

08/29/2026

Four pendant styles worth knowing before you shop 👇

🔹 Turquoise — a bold central stone in a hand-stamped bezel setting, most associated with Navajo artists.

🔹 Inlay — multiple stones cut and set flush for a mosaic effect. A Zuni specialty that takes serious time and precision.

🔹 Overlay — two layers of fused sterling silver, with the top cut away to reveal a blackened design beneath. A Hopi technique, graphic and bold.

🔹 Sandcast — molten silver poured into a hand-carved stone mold, leaving a rough, tactile texture no machine can replicate. Rooted in Navajo tradition.
Which style speaks to you? Tell us below 👇

08/26/2026

Did you know it's a federal crime to sell non-Native-made jewelry as authentic Native American work?

Under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990, an authentic pendant must be handcrafted by a member of a federally or state-recognized tribe. That law protects you — but only if you know to ask.

Before you buy, always confirm: ✔️ The artist's name or tribal affiliation ✔️ Sterling silver (.925), confirmed by a hallmark ✔️ Whether the stone is natural, stabilized, or treated ✔️ That the seller can speak to the piece's provenance clearly.
If they can't answer confidently — walk away.

08/24/2026

A pendant is the most personal piece of jewelry you can own. It sits close to the body, catches the eye, and carries meaning most jewelry never does.

But here's the problem: the market for "Native American" pendants is flooded with imitations. Pieces labeled "Southwestern" or "Native-inspired" fill online shops and tourist stores — designed to look authentic without any of the craft or cultural integrity behind the real thing.

Over the next few posts, we're breaking down exactly what to look for before you invest in one. Follow along 🖤

08/22/2026

Black Arrow Gallery Expands Its Artist Roster

Black Arrow has added four new artists to its collection: Maddison Gore (charcoal), Suzy Amblade Townsend (watercolor), Valeriy Kagounkin (portraiture), and bronze sculptor Heather Johnson Beary — whose recent commission of Sharlot M. Hall now resides at the Sharlot Hall Museum.

The expansion comes as owners Bill and Amy Hoffman enter their third year running the gallery, a period marked by deepening ties to Prescott's community of artists, collectors, and residents.

For the Hoffmans, growing the gallery isn't just about inventory — it's about building a space that supports regional talent and keeps the area's creative economy active.

08/20/2026

See what’s new in the art gallery.

Black Arrow Gallery in downtown Prescott just added 4 new artists — including sculptor Heather Johnson Beary, whose bronze of Sharlot M. Hall now stands at the Sharlot Hall Museum.

New work is up now at 124 W. Gurley St.

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Address

124 West Gurley Street
Prescott, AZ
86301

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 5:30pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19287764092

Website

http://blackarrowgallery.com/

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