{"title":"John Aguilar","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sleeping-beauty-turquoise-stamped-sterling-silver-navajo-bracelet","title":"Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Stamped Sterling Silver Navajo Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis elegant bracelet by Santo Domingo silversmith John Aguilar features a Sleeping Beauty turquoise stone set in sterling silver. The band is carefully stamped by hand, adding texture and depth to the design. At its heart, a bear claw motif symbolizes strength, bravery, and spiritual protection, qualities deeply valued in Native tradition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAguilar’s jewelry reflects a lifetime of experience and learning passed through generations. His work balances refined craftsmanship with cultural expression, creating pieces that carry both artistry and story. This bracelet is a quiet statement piece, wearable in daily life yet carrying the power of its symbolism. It embodies the enduring strength of tradition, and the artistry of an individual who has dedicated his life to keeping it alive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist: John Aguilar from Santo Domingo, New Mexico \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamped band bracelet \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2 3\/8\" interior diameter at widest point, 1\/2\" band width, \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone setting size: 1 1\/16\" x 1 5\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone size: 3\/4\" x 7\/8\"  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Sleeping Beauty turquoise and sterling silver \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted, Native American jewelry \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot eligible for any discounts or promotional offers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JOHN AGUILAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51334450839828,"sku":"491114","price":840.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1325\/2372\/files\/491114-sleeping-beauty-turquoise-stamped-sterling-silver-band-bracelet-2.webp?v=1760027996"},{"product_id":"onyx-cluster-sterling-silver-pendant-santo-domingo-necklace","title":"Onyx Cluster Sterling Silver Pendant Santo Domingo Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis striking onyx cluster pendant necklace is handcrafted by Santo Domingo artist John Aguilar, whose deep connection to jewelry-making began in childhood. Measuring 20 inches long with a bold pendant, the piece features polished black onyx stones framed in sterling silver. Rope accents highlight the natural beauty of each stone, creating a piece that is as versatile as it is elegant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn’s journey as an artist began at age nine, when he assisted his mother, Terecita, after his father’s passing. Guided also by his aunt and uncle—renowned Heishi bead makers Mary and Albert Coriz—John absorbed traditional techniques that shaped his artistic foundation. Though he spent years working in construction and operating heavy machinery, his heart remained with jewelry-making, his first love. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace embodies that devotion. The onyx’s deep, reflective surface pairs effortlessly with sterling silver, giving the design both strength and refinement. The cluster arrangement adds movement and dimension, ensuring the piece captures attention without overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA celebration of resilience, tradition, and artistry, this necklace offers more than adornment—it tells the story of family, perseverance, and the enduring beauty of Santo Domingo craftsmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist: John Aguilar from Santo Domingo, New Mexico \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCluster pendant necklace \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Onyx, sterling silver \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNecklace length: 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn line medallion sizes: 7\/8\" x 5\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDangling pendant size: 1 1\/8\" x 1 5\/8\" includign bail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted, Native American jewelry \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot eligible for any discounts or promotional offers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JOHN AGUILAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51334494060820,"sku":"489284","price":1595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1325\/2372\/files\/489284-onyx-cluster-sterling-silver-pendant-necklace-1.webp?v=1760028042"}],"url":"https:\/\/store.wnpa.org\/collections\/john-aguilar.oembed","provider":"Western National Parks Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}