These Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Post Earrings by Navajo artist Marita Jackson reflect a delicate balance of tradition, beauty, and individuality. Each earring is crafted from sterling silver and set with handpicked Sleeping Beauty turquoise, prized for its soft blue hue and minimal matrix. The simple post-back style makes them timeless and easy to wear.
Marita, from Ganado, Arizona, is the wife of renowned silversmith Tommy Jackson, with whom she shared decades of artistic collaboration. Today, she continues the family tradition, creating jewelry that is entirely her own. Every earring is shaped, polished, and set by hand, ensuring no two pairs are exactly alike. This individuality is part of their beauty—the uniqueness of each stone and setting mirrors the uniqueness of the wearer.
For Marita, jewelry-making is more than craft; it is a connection to her community, land, and family. Her pieces carry both elegance and story, offering the wearer an intimate link to Navajo heritage. With their graceful silhouette and shimmering turquoise, these earrings offer more than adornment—they are heirlooms of artistry and meaning, made to be treasured for years to come.
Care instructions: To clean a sterling silver earring with stones, use a gentle approach. Warm water and a mild dish soap are usually sufficient, especially for the stones. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners that could damage the stones or the silver. For silver, a silver polishing cloth can be used, avoiding direct contact with the stones.
