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Sunwest Silver Sunwest Silver Co Inc is a family owned business that began with a young Ernest Montoya, just home from Vietnam, selling Native American handmade jewelry out of his car. By 1972 he had established what we know today as Sunwest Silver Co, the industry's leading source for turquoise, silver charms & findings, and finished handmade jewelry created by the Southwest's finest Native artisans.

Handmade Native American jewelry by established Native American artisans and new and emerging artists. Home to unique collections of Native American hand-made jewelry, paintings, pottery, sculptures and artifacts.
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L. & R. Inc
Feb 22, 2022
I love this place, this is where my husband got my engagement ring from. We will definitely be going back so we can make other purchases. The people who run this store are exceptionally nice and will give you so much information behind the item you are purchasing. It's overall a very nice place to check out.
Joseph Landman
Nov 30, 2021
Brother The Owner Is Old School Business Which We See Less Of Everyday. It Is Pure Enjoyment To Speak To Him On Anything Pertaining To Turquoise He Gets It Thank You Sun West For Your Positive Experience.
Patrice Drake
Feb 11, 2020
Have been hugh fan of Sunwest Silver jewelry for decades. Museum Native American Indian Jewelry that are for generations of families who hand make and design each piece. I'm from the old hippy days in the 70's when one could purchase tourqoise not really realizing the artmenship which goes into ever piece. Now including new design's with contemporary Flair but always keeping true to the Native American symbols which tells a story in every piece you buy.

My only complaint is I'm no longer in Texas where it was so much easier to obtain. I hope that Southwest Silver Company will consider coming up in Northern Virginia Fairfax County to many of our jewelry shows that we have once or twice a year. There product's are beautiful and sturdy in the weight of the mounting not flimsy form sculptured heavy silver with beautiful turquoise, White Buffalo, and other stone's indigenous to the Native American jewelry.

I own several pieces of these beautiful pieces of art that are differently an heirloom piece that could be handed down in one's family. I certainly highly recommend Southwest silver jewelry company and hopes that you could and look at these Exquisite pieces of Art. And wear them with pride. No two are alike. Have fun and enjoy wearing them all. I happen to love The Big and Bold statement piece.

Regardless how long there earrings are 2 they are well centered and are not so heavy weighted on your ear, very comfortable. Give them a try if you don't like you always have a 30 day money back guarantee. Highly recommend! Enjoy yourself!
Maricela Marquez
Dec 13, 2019
This place is big! The selection of jewelry is very wide. They have items for all budgets also. The staff is all warm, patient, knowledgeable and friendly. The owner was so kind to give us a tour of the entire facility, as they make jewelry there also. As he walked us through, he explained the entire process to us. I personally am not into this kind of jewelry as others, but his hospitality led me to show my appreciation by supporting his business. I don't even remember if we were there for 2 or 3 hours. But I can't wait to go back now!
Manuel B.
Mar 21, 2019
I went there with a friend that has done business with the owner. I was treated very well. I don't know much about turquoise or Native American Jewelry. But they were eager to answer my questions and took care of me. I ended up buying a few pieces. I will definitely do business again.
Jacob Cox
Dec 29, 2018
Sunwest Silver has so much Turquoise and other stone, cab and ruff. My wife could have spent all day there. They also have so much high quality jewelry. Really appreciated the time their staff spent with us and the passion they have for jewelry making.
Caprice F.
Sep 10, 2018
Excellent selection and great customer service! I came here looking for a turquoise cuff bracelet and was thoroughly impressed with the selection. There's various price points and styles to choose from. I ended up getting exactly what I was looking for and at a much better price than what had been offered to me at other nearby jewelry stores. I definitely recommend going to Sunwest Silver to check out their selection of silver jewelry!
Jim W.
Jun 10, 2018
This was our second time at Sunwest and they continue to impress. A massive collection of authentic Native jewelry and jewelry making supplies. Staff are very helpful and willing to educate you on the artist and their jewelry.
Jason Brousseau
Dec 26, 2017
Knowledgeable friendly staff and the best quality turquoise in the state. I am so glad I found this place. Ernie has been very helpful and generous in getting me started cutting quality turquoise cabs.
Zin Guy
Nov 26, 2017
The best store to buy native American and southwest jewelry in New Mexico! They also have a gallery location on the plaza in Santa Fe. The owner is the most knowledgeable expert in the southwest having owned numerous famous turquoise mines including, Carico Lake and Sleeping Beauty mines! A must Stop for anyone visiting Albuquerque or Santa Fe to see the beautiful Turquoise jewelry. Great friendly staff, they are the largest dealer of turquoise in America!
B. B.
Nov 06, 2017
Ripped us off by charging double for the stones we bought after saying 30 cents a carat and charged about 75cents. One Latino man who worked there was rude to my pregnant wife with baby after she asked to use the restroom and was lucky my wife told me well after we had left. Pretty disgraceful. Not at all good prices on the same silver rings found in other Native American jewelry stores. I would not recommend these clowns.
Bruno George
Nov 02, 2017
.When it comes to marketing--- the owner Ernie is a genius; he has some of the rarest turquoise you will ever find on planet Earth. So if you'd like to learn something about turquoise-- you want to spend some time here; things are priced-- extremely well &fair; look around-- it's like a Christmas-- exploration; many things to see many things to try on-- a great place for gifts-- presents-- and for the collector, things you'll find nowhere else.

This is the home-- for Carico Lake turquoise-- of all the turquoise in the world this is my very favorite. It comes in every color of the rainbow. From limegreen-- sky-blue and everything in between. Carico Lake turquoise--- as some of the hardest-- least known and most desirable of all turquoise on the planet- it's extremely rare; if you have an opportunity-- to acquire piece of the green stuff-- limegreen Faustite, turquoise-- it's the rarest on the planet-- it starts out with a zinc molecule-- and is a collector specimen-- this is the place to get it Bruno. There honorable people--, knowledgeable people-- and a great place to play and have fun.
Peacemaker Luv
Dec 13, 2014
I am the owner of Mecca Gems located in the San Francisco, Bay Area and have been dealing with Sunwest Silver for a few years. I am pleased to say that this company is run by a very honest person who knows his Turquoise. Besides honesty and integrity the prices are fair and the merchandise is simply awesome. WIth love, respect, and honor. Peace.