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    ​What type of items do we look for and specialize in?(Post)

    What type of items do we look for and specialize in?  The one-liner is: Vintage and antique Western Americana.  How do we define this? Items commonly found in the West prior to the 1950s, ...

    How to Clean Vintage Native American Jewelry(Post)

    The reason why older Native American jewelry is sometimes a warm grey color is because silver starts to tarnish. It gets a "patina" on it as it starts to age. It gets this amazing patina actually, wh ...

    The Squash Blossom Necklace - Its Appeal and History(Post)

    IntroductionWestern Trading Post, which holds the world record for selling the highest-priced Squash Blossom Necklace at an Auction, discusses the history and the unique appeal of this necklace.

    Collector’s Corner Handmade Vs. Hand Assembled(Post)

    Why is it important to know the difference between handmade and hand-assembled (or hand-crafted)? Value! The differences can sometimes be slight, but it’s worth knowing if you want to be an informed ...

    7 easy steps on How To Stack Necklaces!(Post)

    Stacking necklaces has become a staple trend in the world of fashion. It can offer a fun and versatile way to accessorize any outfit. But how do they do that? You might wonder. Do they own several ne ...

    Dating Belt Buckles(Post)

    To dealers and collectors of vintage and antique Native American Indian jewelry, dating a piece is often tricky. Of course, there are certain tell-tale signs, such as design, materials and construc ...

    The Depression Era Thunderbird Tab Necklace(Post)

    What we know as the “Thunderbird Tab Necklace” traces its origins to the Great Depression, one of the most challenging economic periods in American history. During this time, Native artis ...

    Dating Jewelry - Leaf Appliqué(Post)

    When you see leaf (or feather) appliqué on a piece, the general rule of thumb is to automatically think—1970s. Then you further assess the item and go up (or in rare cases) down from there, as necess ...

    Collector's Corner Chief's Blankets(Post)

    Although historically the Navajo people never really had any one person recognized as a “Chief” per-se, they are well known for their “Chief’s” blankets. A Chief’s blanket was said to be called ...

    Collector's Corner What do Colt Collectors Look For?(Post)

    The most iconic and collectible firearms in history have arguably been Colt pistols. Samuel Colt made his first firearm in 1836 and a long-lasting legacy was born. A famous saying from the 1800s was, ...

    Collector's Corner - Valuing Collectibles (Post)

    Many collector’s wonder about the value of their collectibles. They want to know, “What is my collectible worth?” The simple answer is: An item is worth what a seller is willing to sell it for a ...

    About Us(Page)

    Welcome to Western Trading Post, Arizona's premier Western auction house, where we’re passionate about preserving and perpetuating the rich heritage and history of the American West. Our jou ...