Wes Willie / Charles Loloma Jewelry

Wes Willie and a few other silversmiths have clearly been influenced by the jewelry designs of
Charles Loloma. Charles Loloma, more then any other figure, has influenced the way we see
Southwest Turquoise jewelry today.

Frankly, were it not for hallmarks It would be very difficult to discern the difference between a
Loloma and a Willie or an Edison Cummings too. As a matter of fact, Georgia Loloma,
Charles Loloma's widow, brought this to my attention years ago.

Rare Charles Loloma 18k Gold Bracelet

It is no secret that prices paid today for an authentic Charles Loloma are quite substantial.

Charles Loloma is the man most responsible for Southwest jewelry as we now see it. To own
a Loloma is a privilege... a joy few collectors ever know. However, until that special day
comes your way... having a Wes Willie is definitely not a bad way to go.

Wes Willie Gold Coral Turquoise Bracelet

Featuring Salmon Coral and Extremely Rare Fossil Lone Mountain Turquoise

The Lone Mountain Turquoise gemstone measures
3/4" x 1/2"

The Coral gemstones rise 3/8" above the gold setting

Heavy, Solid 14k Gold Bracelet... notice Gold is also
Inlayed with the Coral

The Bracelet is 1 5/8" wide at its widest point
(the Turquoise Crown)

For a 6" to a 6 1/4" wrist

$14,500

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Wes Willie Silver Tufa Cast Inlaid Turquoise Bracelet

Here Mr. Willie explores ideas in design and color not seen before.
I find it pleasing in every way and see no reason why this bracelet will not
 see much use in addition to it being a 1st class investment / collectible.

A rare prize indeed

The large center gemstone is natural turquoise from the Gold Canyon
Turquoise Mine. Inlaid in the adjoining silver channel is Fossil Ivory,
 Lapis, Coral and more Turquoise.

For about a 6 5/8" wrist

$1995

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Wes Willie Silver and 14k Gold Tufa Cast Inlaid Turquoise Bracelet

Inlaid in the 14k Gold channels are all natural gemstone including high grade
Sugalite, Carico Lake Turquoise, Persian Turquoise, Spiney Oyster and Coral.

It is made for about a 6 1/4" wrist

$3950

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Wes Willie Silver and Gold Coral and Turquoise Bracelet

Featuring Salmon Coral, Red Coral, Sugalite, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise,
 Gold Inlay and Gold Bezel

The gemstones rise 1/4" above the silver

The Bracelet is 3/4" wide

For a 6" wrist

$2,000

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