Stone of the Week – Turquoise of Course!

I was just checking out the September 2010 issue of Cowboys & Indians and much to my surprise I came upon a wonderful U.S. turquoise feature story. The author of the article, Dean Krakel, discusses three or so turquoise mines which are here in New Mexico & in Arizona. He not only covers the history of the mines, but as well features three miners who still look after their claims in these areas. Wonderful ~

Here is a quick paragraph from the article:


“There is no other stone like turquoise,“ he says (referring to Doug Magnus owner of the Alicia Lode, Castilian and the Tiffany mine). “The color and beauty of it are unique. It’s mysterious and spiritual. The ground here is alive because of it.” Discharged from the Army in 1968, Magnus came to Santa Fe in search of something he couldn’t name. Inspired by Native American artistry and the concho belts worn by Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison, Magnus began making his own silver jewelry because he was too poor to buy it.

Try to pick up this issue & you will fall in love with turquoise again, and again, and again.

Design @ Nine - Jay King’s Behind the Scenes Machine

Well you know all about our designs, right? Or do you… Jay has mentioned his Design @ Nine team many times on his show, so we would like to showcase these extremely talented people so you know who’s who & what’s what. Each week we will be featuring a facet of what goes on in our world so you can be the first to know what our inspirations are & where they come from. Who knows you may even get a sneak peak at an upcoming jewelry delight.

We want to welcome you to Desert Rose Trading – Design @ Nine

Desert Rose Trading July Events

July is our Turquoise Event month! All month long enjoy 30% off all Turquoise Designs online....www.desertrosedirect.com

Annndddd......don't miss our very own Jay King in his "Mine Finds by Jay King" show on

HSN July 21st!

Last but not least, we are offering another fabulous class on July 17th!