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Supporting the American Indian College Fund

Supporting the American Indian College Fund

Within our stunning range of Pendleton blankets here at Indian Traders, we are very proud to offer several College Fund Blankets. A percentage of every sale of these exclusively designed and produced Native American blankets is donated to the American Indian College Fund. The American Indian Coll...
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Native American Symbolism: Dragonfly

Native American jewelry is renowned for featuring symbols and motifs that carry deep meaning to the American Indian people. From Bear to Turtle, Wolf to Raven, Eagle to Clouds, and Feathers to Buffalo; each motif drawn from Nature connects the people to both the Earth and the Creator. One of thes...
The Evolution of American Western Style

The Evolution of American Western Style

Are you a fan of Western handbags and the cowboy/cowgirl aesthetic? When you hear the word “cowboy”, a distinctive picture probably forms in your mind. Most likely informed by old Hollywood movies, the iconic style you imagine is not so far off the mark in terms of historical accuracy. This is wh...
What Were American Indian Trade Blankets?

What Were American Indian Trade Blankets?

Pendleton blankets are renowned across the USA and internationally for their exceptional quality and unique, vibrant designs. Every woolen blanket tells a unique story and, cared for correctly, will endure for generations to come. These blankets are synonymous with Native Americans, and they orig...
A Short History of Zuni Jewelry

A Short History of Zuni Jewelry

The Zuni reservation extends across almost half a million acres of scenic high desert in New Mexico, to the west of Alberquerque and south of Gallup. Among our large and diverse catalog of Native American jewelry we offer here at Indian Traders, we have a stunning selection of genuine pieces hand...
Indian Traders: Native American Jewelry - Artist Spotlight

Indian Traders: Native American Jewelry - Artist Spotlight

We are incredibly proud of our collection of genuine Native American jewelry at Indian Traders. Our diverse range of pieces has been handcrafted by authentic Native silversmiths and artisans, including Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi men and women. These talented artists use traditional practices, motifs,...
Native American Tribal Customs: The New Year

Native American Tribal Customs: The New Year

New Year: a time for saying goodbye to the old, welcoming the new, and setting positive intentions. For most of us,  December 31st and January 1st bring the close of one year and the beginning of the next. Many others throughout the world, however, observe the year and its landmark moments differ...
What is White Buffalo?

What is White Buffalo?

Have you heard of White Buffalo “Turquoise”? This stunning and rare stone features in a small selection of our Native American necklaces, bracelets, and rings here at Indian Traders – but it is not actually “turquoise” at all! What is White Buffalo? Resembling turquoise with its black webbing pa...
Native American History – “Two Spirit” People

Native American History – “Two Spirit” People

The Native American peoples have incredibly diverse cultural customs, traditions, and beliefs depending on their Tribal affiliations. Historically noted amongst many (but not all) tribes across North America was the recognition and reverence of people who did not conform to traditional gender rol...