Silver Sun Albuquerque

Silver Sun Albuquerque Since 1976, Silver Sun has offered customers authentic Indigenous made natural turquoise jewelry. Custom orders available.
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We specialize in authentic Native American handmade jewelry in a wide selection of high grade natural turquoise. All of our jewelry is made by Navajo, Apache and Pueblo silversmiths like Etta Endito, Ruth Ann Begay and Bryant Martinez.

As featured in this week's Silver Sun Weekly Newsletter, this Natural Royston Turquoise Necklace showcases the work of t...
05/29/2026

As featured in this week's Silver Sun Weekly Newsletter, this Natural Royston Turquoise Necklace showcases the work of two talented Native American artists. The handcrafted Royston turquoise pendants were created by Navajo artist Ruth Ann Begay, while Kathleen Sanchez of San Felipe Pueblo brought the design together with sterling silver beads and Royston turquoise accents.

Mined in Nevada, Royston turquoise is treasured for its rich blue-green hues and distinctive golden-brown matrix. Each stone is unique, making every necklace a true one-of-a-kind piece.

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There’s a reason turquoise becomes a summer staple year after year.Long days, road trips, patio dinners, powwows, and wa...
05/26/2026

There’s a reason turquoise becomes a summer staple year after year.

Long days, road trips, patio dinners, powwows, and warm evenings in the Southwest just pair naturally with sterling silver and handmade turquoise jewelry. Every piece we carry is one of a kind and made by Native American artists using natural stones selected for their color, character, and individuality.

Whether you’re dressing up for an event or just adding something special to your everyday look, summer jewelry starts with turquoise ☀️

Visit us in Old Town Albuquerque or shop online anytime.

If you’re exploring Old Town Albuquerque next week, stop by Silver Sun and see what’s new in person.Our May Jewelry Drop...
05/22/2026

If you’re exploring Old Town Albuquerque next week, stop by Silver Sun and see what’s new in person.
Our May Jewelry Drop is full of fresh turquoise rings, earrings, neckwear, and even new cuff links! All handmade by Native American artists using authentic turquoise stones and sterling silver. Every piece is one of a kind, and photos never quite capture how good turquoise looks in the New Mexico sun.
We’re located right in between San Felipe Day School and Bottger Mansion and would love to help you find something special.

Collectors love natural turquoise because no two stones are ever exactly alike.From subtle matrix patterns to bold webs ...
05/19/2026

Collectors love natural turquoise because no two stones are ever exactly alike.

From subtle matrix patterns to bold webs of color and shifts in tone, every piece of natural turquoise carries its own personality. Some mines are known for bright blue stones, others for deep greens or heavy spiderweb matrix. And once a mine closes, that material becomes even harder to find.

That individuality is part of what makes natural turquoise so collectible, especially when paired with handmade silverwork by Native artists here in the Southwest.

For us, the beauty of turquoise has always been in the variation. Every stone tells a different story.

If you’ve been waiting for new earrings, the May Jewelry Drop certainly delivered 🌞These Sierra Bella Turquoise Earrings...
05/12/2026

If you’ve been waiting for new earrings, the May Jewelry Drop certainly delivered 🌞
These Sierra Bella Turquoise Earrings by Navajo artist Bryant Martinez feature bright natural turquoise set in sterling silver with a playful floral-inspired design. Sierra Bella turquoise, from Sonora, MX, is known for its vivid blue color and distinctive matrix, often showing a mix of soft webbing and earthy tones that make every stone feel completely unique.

05/08/2026

Fresh earrings just landed for the May Jewelry Drop ✨
Summer is right around the corner, and this month’s collection is full of bright turquoise, bold silverwork, and pieces made for the beach days and outdoor weddings.
Comment below which pair you’re picking!

Natural Number 8 turquoise ring handmade by Navajo silversmith Bryant Martinez. The pale blue color and dark spiderweb m...
04/14/2026

Natural Number 8 turquoise ring handmade by Navajo silversmith Bryant Martinez.
The pale blue color and dark spiderweb matrix are classic attributes of Number 8 turquoise. Number 8 was a mine in Eureka County, Nevada that has been closed for decades, making every No. 8 piece increasingly rare. The stamped diamond pattern along the band is hand-worked, giving the silver its own quiet detail without competing with the stone.

The February Jewelry Drop has arrived!This release brings together a collection of rare turquoise, classic silver beadwo...
02/10/2026

The February Jewelry Drop has arrived!
This release brings together a collection of rare turquoise, classic silver beadwork and pieces made to be worn together often! Every stone is handpicked and truly one-of-a-kind.
You can see the new arrivals online now, or stop by the shop in Old Town to try them on in person.

In 1976, Deanna Olson and Cheryl Ingram began Silver Sun with a borrowed pickup, a few bags of jewelry and a deep respec...
01/27/2026

In 1976, Deanna Olson and Cheryl Ingram began Silver Sun with a borrowed pickup, a few bags of jewelry and a deep respect for Native American artistry.
What started on the road grew into a gallery on Canyon Road in Santa Fe, shaped by relationships with artists, stones and a shared belief that handmade work carries meaning. When Kathleen Sanchez joined the team, her eye for design and careful stone selection helped guide the jewelry we continue to share today.
Fifty years later, Silver Sun remains rooted in those same values, honoring the artists we work with, the materials we handle and the stories carried in every piece.
As we move through 2026, we look back with gratitude and forward with intention. Thank you for being part of our journey.

01/12/2026

Calling All Native Artists: Apply to SWAIA 2026

The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) has championed Native artists since 1922. We organize the annual Santa Fe Indian Market—the most prestigious gathering of Native American artists in the world.

Every year, master artists, emerging talents, and savvy collectors come together to recognize artistic excellence in technique, materials and concept. From traditional techniques passed through generations to bold cutting-edge work, SWAIA showcases the range and rigor of Native American contemporary art.

This is where the World meets Native Art.

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Applications are now open!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this beloved experience.
Learn more and apply today at swaia.org/artistservices

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Jewelry by Olin Tsingine (Hopi/Navajo)
Courtesy of Kaela Waldstein (Mountain Mover Media)

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116 San Felipe Street NW
Albuquerque, NM
87104

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Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

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