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J. Begay Navajo Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Multi-Stone Inlay
J. Begay Navajo Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Multi-Stone Inlay

J. Begay Navajo Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Multi-Stone Inlay

Located in Milford, DE

These handcrafted Navajo earrings by J. Begay feature a bold open-circle hoop design in solid

Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Easter Blue Turquoise Sterling Silver Cross Pendant by Paul Begay
Easter Blue Turquoise Sterling Silver Cross Pendant by Paul Begay

Easter Blue Turquoise Sterling Silver Cross Pendant by Paul Begay

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This sterling silver cross pendant is hand-stamped and crafted by Navajo silversmith Paul J. Begay

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Navajo Coral Nugget Belt Buckle
Navajo Coral Nugget Belt Buckle

Navajo Coral Nugget Belt Buckle

$1,700

W 3.75 in L 2.25 in

Navajo Coral Nugget Belt Buckle

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

J. Begay. Stunning oxblood coral stones surrounded by twisted rope border and sterling beads

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American More Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

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Native American Indian Fine Large Vintage Zuni Brooch Pendant
Native American Indian Fine Large Vintage Zuni Brooch Pendant

Native American Indian Fine Large Vintage Zuni Brooch Pendant

Located in London, GB

Period: 1960, stamped J. M. Begay Condition: Fine.  

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Native American Objects

Materials

Silver

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Hopi Silver Overlay Necklace
Native American Indian Fine Vintage Hopi Silver Overlay Necklace

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Hopi Silver Overlay Necklace

Located in London, GB

hall mark HN, probably Hyson Naseyoma Period: 1960s Condition: Fine Period: 1960, stamped J

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Native American Objects

Materials

Silver

Native American Indian Fine rare Vintage Zuni Pottery Bowl
Native American Indian Fine rare Vintage Zuni Pottery Bowl

Native American Indian Fine rare Vintage Zuni Pottery Bowl

Located in London, GB

Size 10.5 x 9.5 cm, 4 1/4 x 3 3/4 inches Period: 1960, stamped J. M. Begay Condition: Fine.        

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace
Native American Indian Fine Vintage Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace

Located in London, GB

, Period: 1950s-1960s Size 10.5 x 9.5 cm, 4 1/4 x 3 3/4 inches Period: 1960, stamped J. M. Begay

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Native American Objects

Materials

Silver

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Navajo Bear Paw Belt
Native American Indian Fine Vintage Navajo Bear Paw Belt

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Navajo Bear Paw Belt

Located in London, GB

inches, 94 cm Period: 1960, stamped J. M. Begay Condition: Fine.      

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Native American Objects

Materials

Silver

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Acoma Pottery Bowl
Native American Indian Fine Vintage Acoma Pottery Bowl

Native American Indian Fine Vintage Acoma Pottery Bowl

Located in London, GB

going few inches down from rim Size 10.5 x 9.5 cm, 4 1/4 x 3 3/4 inches Period: 1960, stamped J

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

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Located in Greensboro, NC

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Materials

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A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace

A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace

Located in London, GB

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Category

Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

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Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

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Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Navajo needlepoint concho belt. Signed LMB, marked sterling. 11 conchos total. Exceptional design on each concho, featuring floral style center with complementary scalloped silverwor...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Native American More Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Gold Watch Band, Ring, Bolo and Buckle Set
Navajo Turquoise and Gold Watch Band, Ring, Bolo and Buckle Set

Navajo Turquoise and Gold Watch Band, Ring, Bolo and Buckle Set

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Stunning four piece gold bracelet, ring, bolo and buckle set made by Robert and Burnice Leekya. Navajo four-piece set: watch band, ring, bolo, and buckle. 14K gold overlay and turquo...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Native American More Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress

Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

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Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...

Category

Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress
Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress

Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

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Category

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Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring
Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring

Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

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Navajo Turquoise, Coral and Bear Claw Belt Buckle
Navajo Turquoise, Coral and Bear Claw Belt Buckle

Navajo Turquoise, Coral and Bear Claw Belt Buckle

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Navajo Kingman turquoise and bear claw buckle with small nugget of red coral. Stones and claw set in sterling silver surrounded by leaves, scrolls and beads. This is stamped Sterli...

Category

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Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem

Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem

Located in London, GB

An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...

Category

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Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt
Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt

Navajo Walrus Ivory and Turquoise Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Carved ivory bighorns with Blue Kingman Mine turquoise. Wonderful patina. Original leather; nine conchos total. Signed A.J.M. PERIOD: After 1950 ORIGIN: Navajo, Southwest SIZE: Tota...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Native American More Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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J Begay For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact j begay you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 25 vintage or 2 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect j begay may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic j begay over the years, but those made by Navajo are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A j begay can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 8 Turquoise versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a j begay, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a J Begay?

Prices for a j begay can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $79 and can go as high as $8,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $895.