{"title":"Boyd Tsosie","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn 1979, Boyd Tsosie was only 23. He was already among the top echelon of Southwestern jewelers \/ silversmiths (both past and present). Boyd was featured in Arizona Highways along with other greats like Jesse Monongye, his brother Richard Tsosie, Gibson Nez, James Little and Larry Golsch. These Navajo silversmiths all would go on to build fine reputations and set the standards you see today for Southwest jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBoyd Tsosie studied with Kenneth Begay, the father of modern Navajo jewelry.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBefore Kenneth Begay, Navajo Indian Jewelry was much like it had been for the past 100 years. Navajo jewelry had a strong Spanish influence. Which is entirely understandable since it was a Mexican silversmith (who learned from the Spanish) that taught the first Navajo to work silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBoyd considers Kenneth Begay a major influence and carries on today inspired by his work. Boyd Tsosie continues to move Navajo jewelry forward and he generously shares his knowledge with other silversmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBoyd, working with his brother Richard, first gained widespread recognition for his soldered flower and leaf designs. Later, he moved his jewelry designs to a more complex, contemporary look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn recent years, Boyd and his son have given back to the Navajo Nation with a nonprofit to give counsel and help to those with substance challenges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"inlay-bracelet-12","title":"Inlay Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eSterling silver cuff bracelet with an intricate cobbled inlay design using fossilized ivory, Mediterranean coral, lapis, sugilite, and natural turquoise from the Red Mountain and Sleeping Beauty mines. The inlay is accented with 14k gold appliqué stars, dots, and triangles set directly into the stones. Created by award-winning Navajo silversmith Boyd Tsosie (b. 1954).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1” Cuff Width\u003cbr\u003e5.5” Inside Measurement, plus 1.125” opening\u003cbr\u003e(6.625\" Total Circumference - Medium)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boyd Tsosie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43085129416787,"sku":"BR08382","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/6305\/files\/BR08382-7.jpg?v=1760599996"},{"product_id":"gold-and-diamond-inlay-ring","title":"Gold and Diamond Inlay Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e14k gold Navajo inlay ring by Boyd Tsosie, featuring a clean, balanced mosaic inlay design with natural turquoise, lapis, and Mediterranean coral. A single natural diamond, 4.15 mm in diameter, is flush set at the center, adding a subtle point of contrast without overpowering the inlay work. Well-executed goldwork with a smooth, comfortable profile, designed as a refined and wearable piece that highlights strong materials, symmetry, and understated craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing Size: 11\u003cbr\u003e.125” - .25” Band Width\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 6.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boyd Tsosie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44076929744979,"sku":"C01683","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/6305\/files\/C01683-12.jpg?v=1771969423"}],"url":"https:\/\/garlands.com\/collections\/boyd-tsosie\/ring-size_11.oembed","provider":"Garland's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}