Philander Begay

Philander Begay

Philander Begay is among the new generation of accomplished, Navajo silversmiths.
 And, in my opinion, is among the best. His tufa casting is in the tradition of early
Charles Loloma and Preston Monongye... were it not for Philander's hallmark
 it would be difficult to tell his work from theirs.

Philander draws from his Navajo heritage and often uses the Yei be Che as a subject in
 his designs. Occasionally, you will also see Hopi Kachina figures in his jewelry as well.

The design are always well executed and faithfully depicted.

Philander immediately took to tufa casting jewelry and began producing
wonderful pieces right from the very start of his career. We were the
first to buy his jewelry. It is art in every sense of the word.

 He makes what he feels and no two pieces are ever the same.

Among his mentors was Jesse Monongye.

Apache Ghost Dancer
by Philander Begay

Heavy Silver Tufa Cast Pin

3 1/2" tall x 1 3/8" across

$295

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Philander Begay Silver Turquoise Tufa Cast Belt Buckle

Water Brings life

Royston Turquoise

2 7/8" x 1 3/8"

 for a 1" wide belt or less
A Ranger Cut belt can be used in which case the belt can be wider

$750

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Philander Begay Silver Tufa Cast Bracelet

In the style of Charles Loloma and Preston Monongye

Inlaid with Turquoise Gold Coral

Pueblo Scene on Inside with Gold Sun / Moon

2" tapering to 1 1/4" Wide

 for a 6 3/4"
 Can not be adjusted

$1850

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