Turquoise in Bolo Ties

Bolos are a favorite Native American jewelry for many. Turquoise has long played a key feature in many bolos. In this video Mike explores the history of bolos and the importance of turquoise. #turquoise #indianjewelry #boloties

[@dldenison]

I have found the bolos to be a really fascinating way to show off the stones and silver work. Thanks for the info, and glad you have a passed down bolo. Good memories.

[@turquoiseinamerica3164]

Bolos with nice big turquoise are becoming scarce as turquoise prices rise and cabs are cut smaller. As far as value goes just as higher grade provides the best value so do large cabs.

[@shawnholo]

Hi Mike, another great video. I love Bolo Ties and I think its wonderful that you have your fathers Bolo from long ago! Thanks for sharing

[@turquoiseinamerica3164]

I sure do treasure that little bolo.

[@mikethompson8707]

All of those bolos were beautiful !, and you made the edcational. Thank you so much!

[@turquoiseinamerica3164]

You are welcome. There are more Arland Ben photos in the Turquoise Gallery section of Turquoise in America Part Two, 1910-1990.

[@elmerkilred159]

You're a wealth of information!
Thank you for making these videos.

[@turquoiseinamerica3164]

You are welcome. Hope you like the books. Much more information.

[@ericbabcock846]

Thnx fer the enthusisam. Im in Phx Az and hope to meet you wearing my Federico Jimenez belt buckle the only all turquoise piece he ever did lost it in a pool game to my dad in Globe 1977

[@ZHGemsTurquoiseChina]

hi Mike,When I was in high school, I saw one of your books in my hometown Hubei. It was at that time that I saw the pictures in your book. Turquoise worked with gold, silver and other precious stones. I fell in love with turquoise jewelry and the book you wrote.

[@turquoiseinamerica3164]

Thank you. The books are not available in China.

[@ZHGemsTurquoiseChina]

ok thanks @@turquoiseinamerica3164

[@Berglecutt]

Sir I JUST found your channel and I will be watching your videos thoroughly! My wife and I are rockhounds in Minnesota. We have lots of agate and recently picked up our first lapidary equipment. Planning a trip to Nevada to mine some turquoise. I would love to learn how to find some and shape it.

[@turquoiseinamerica3164]

The best place to source turquoise is from a reputable dealer. Do not go on to staked claims and steal turquoise.