Which one is authentic Indian made art?


WHAT YOU SHOULD LOOK FOR

Materials: Metals

  • Silver should be marked sterling or .95 (though this symbol is rarely used in the U.S.)
  • Gold should be marked 14k, 18k, gold-filled or otherwise indelibly stamped with the metal content. 

Stone or other Raw Materials

  • Written disclosure as to the raw components of your purchase should be included on your receipt or certificate.

Stone Material Content, or Plastic?

  • Is it natural, treated, or stabilized?

Crafts

  • Furs, feathers, plastic or glass beads, cast components, ect.  may be used to express an artist's innovation or artistic works.  Are any feathers or animal parts from an endangered species?