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Michael L Slim Sterling Silver Vintage Navajo Native American 5 Line Animal Track Cuff Purple Creek Holly Springs, NC
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Michael L Slim Sterling Silver Vintage Navajo Native American 5 Line Animal Track Cuff

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Purple Creek has professionally inspected, restored and cleaned this piece of fine jewelry. Our expert metalsmiths have approved this item as ready for the next generation of ownership. Photos are of the actual item being sold.

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Michael L Slim

Michael L. Slim, a jewelry designer from the Navajo Nation, has spent 35 years shaping his craft into a respected legacy. His work is recognized for combining traditional Navajo techniques with modern design, and his mastery of heavy gauge sterling silver sets him apart. Using hand stamping to create intricate patterns on both sides of his pieces, Michael has developed a style that is both distinctive and enduring. This dedication has earned him numerous awards from the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) and other fine art shows.

His journey began in the Navajo Nation, where the sounds of hammer striking metal and the weight of cultural tradition surrounded him. From the start, he drew on heritage and skill to create jewelry that carried meaning beyond adornment. Each pattern pressed into silver reflects balance and detail, the kind of work that speaks to both patience and precision.

Michael’s studio is set against the rugged landscape of the Southwest, a place that serves as both workshop and refuge. Here, he shapes sterling silver into bracelets, rings, and necklaces that carry his hallmark dual-sided stamping. The process is labor-intensive, but the results have drawn attention far beyond his community, gaining recognition on some of the most respected stages for Native art.

While his career has brought awards and acclaim, Michael’s work is not driven by recognition alone. His focus remains on creating pieces that connect tradition with the present. Each design is meant to bridge the values of Navajo culture with contemporary form, allowing the wearer to carry part of that story forward.

In this way, Michael is more than a craftsman. He is a storyteller who uses silver instead of words. Every piece that leaves his studio holds a narrative shaped by heritage and sharpened by innovation. His legacy continues to grow with each design, ensuring that his artistry will endure for generations to come.

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