Tyler Brown is an accomplished Navajo artist who makes jewelry featuring silver drops, twisted wire, and mirror-shine finishes that make his work highly sought after. His cluster designs display many vibrant colors of stones in each piece, incorporating turquoise and other exceptional gems that create a bold visual impact. Tyler’s handmade jewelry builds on established Navajo silversmithing traditions, demonstrating his skill with stamp work, silver details, and an eye for selecting stones that truly stand out.
Meet Tyler Brown
Tyler Brown is a 32-year-old Navajo silversmith who has built an unshakable reputation for his colorful cluster jewelry. His pieces present multiple stones arranged in patterns that catch the eye and appeal to serious collectors. Tyler first learned jewelry making from his father, Dean Brown, a well-known Navajo artist who passed away several years ago. Dean taught Tyler the basics when he was still a teenager, starting with simple earring designs.
Tyler has other artistic family members, including his uncles Hemerson Brown, Anthony Skeets, and Lee Charley, who are all respected names in the world of Native American jewelry. Tyler’s cousin, Matthew Charley, and his deceased great-uncle, Kirk Smith, are two other highly regarded artists contributing to Tyler’s richly endowed artistic family. Tyler does much of the stone cutting and the shaping himself rather than acquiring stones that are already prepared. This approach lets him control exactly how each stone will look in his finished pieces. He particularly enjoys working with stones that have bold, bright colors, and he is always trying new ways to arrange them in his cluster designs.
Discover Tyler Brown's Work
Tyler Brown creates handmade jewelry using premium stones, including turquoise, lapis lazuli, spiny oyster, and coral, arranged in remarkable cluster designs. His pieces blend traditional techniques with modern style, resulting in jewelry that attracts both collectors and everyday enthusiasts. Below are the main categories of jewelry that define his style.
Bracelets
The artist makes cuff bracelets that feature large clusters of dozens of stones set in circular arrangements around a larger focal stone. His most popular pieces include bracelets that use blue gem and Sonoran gold turquoise, as well as a vintage 1970s momo coral cluster bracelet. Tyler also works with purple spiny oyster shells that display dark colors with beautiful light swirls running through them. Sterling silver rope work and small beads surround the clusters, creating bright highlights against the oxidized silver background. The stone arrangements extend across both sides of the cuff, making each bracelet look impressive from every angle.
Rings
Tyler’s rings break away from typical cluster patterns by placing stones in unique layouts and combining different shapes. Some of his pieces feature Kingman turquoise with dark matrix patterns running through the blue stone, orange spiny oyster, and Mediterranean coral. In Tyler’s natural blue gem cluster rings, an elongated, horizontal oval stone in the center is surrounded by smaller stones that create a frame around it. Sterling silver beads and twisted wire create intricate patterns throughout the rings and enhance their visual appeal. These large statement rings are unisex, suitable for anyone who loves bold jewelry.
Earrings
The artist’s post-style earrings also adapt his characteristic cluster patterns, using high-grade Kingman turquoise and spiny oyster. Our collection includes earrings featuring an orange spiny oyster in the center, with 11 small green Kingman turquoise stones arranged around it for a striking color contrast. Tyler sets each stone in smooth silver bezels and incorporates twisted wire details that add texture throughout the design. The oxidized silver background makes the colorful stones stand out even more and adds depth to each finished piece.
Shop Tyler Brown’s Jewelry at SilverTQ
SilverTQ offers you access to Tyler Brown’s distinctive jewelry, showcasing natural stones in his signature cluster style that makes each piece instantly recognizable. You’ll see earrings, bracelets, and rings that show his talent for arranging turquoise, coral, and spiny oyster in patterns that celebrate both tradition and individual expression. Explore SilverTQ’s website today to browse Tyler’s handmade pieces and find jewelry that brings his personal touch to your jewelry collection.
FAQs
How do I know this jewelry is authentic?
SilverTQ guarantees that every piece we carry by Tyler Brown is authentic and handmade by him. We verify that all stones selected and used by the artist are genuine. Your jewelry should always include the artist’s hallmark, “Tb,” which demonstrates that it’s authentic.
How do I care for my jewelry?
Avoid chemicals, since they are too abrasive for your jewelry. Gently wipe the stones with a dry cloth to remove oils and dust. Clean the silver parts separately with a silver polish and a different cloth to keep the metal looking beautiful for a long time. Store your pieces in a lined jewelry box or a soft pouch when you’re not wearing them.
