David Rosales Red Moon Inlaid Sterling Silver Ring w/ Garnet

David Rosales, is one of the most respected contemporary jewelry designers working today. In 1997, he co-founded Supersmith Inc., bringing together a team of highly skilled Native American silversmiths and inlay artists to produce bold, fashion-forward designs that still honor deep cultural traditions.

David is known for his innovative use of stone combinations, blending materials like turquoise, sugilite, opal, lapis, black jade, and coral into intricate inlay patterns. His commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and cutting-edge style has helped shape the identity of David Rosales Designs, a premier Native jewelry brand recognized nationwide.

Today, his daughter Sheree Rosales Wright continues the legacy, leading Supersmith with both creative and operational oversight. Sheree has brought a fresh, modern perspective to the company while preserving its artistic integrity and commitment to Native artisan production.

Together, the Rosales family has elevated Native American jewelry to new heights—combining tradition with innovation, and empowering a team of Native artists whose work reflects pride, heritage, and excellence.

His work has been featured all over the country including Caesar's Palace, In-Style Magazine, Cowboy and Indian Magazine, Niche Magazine, Native People Magazine and has been seen on the Alley McBeal Show.

David has “handpicked” many of the talented Navajo and Zuni silver and goldsmiths that create each piece of jewelry by hand. Supersmith strives to exceed expectations of designs and quality in beautiful, wearable art. All David Rosales jewelry designs can be ordered in any stone color combination listed and/or in White Gold or 14K gold. Special order pricing will be provided upon request. All pieces are also available in your choices of raised cobble inlay or smooth inlay.

Black Jade in Native American Jewelry

Black Jade is a rich, deep green-to-black stone prized for its strength, smooth polish, and subtle luster. Though more commonly associated with Mesoamerican and Asian cultures, it has also found a place in Native American jewelry—especially among Navajo and Pueblo silversmiths who value it for its grounding presence and sleek, modern finish.

Often set in sterling silver, Black Jade is featured in rings, cuffs, and pendants, either as a bold standalone stone or combined with turquoise, coral, or White Buffalo for contrast. Its natural durability makes it ideal for statement designs and everyday wear alike.

Spiritually, Black Jade is considered a protective stone, said to shield against negativity while promoting wisdom and self-reliance—qualities aligned with the spiritual grounding often found in Native art.

Red Garnet

Red Garnet is a richly colored gemstone prized for its deep, wine-like tones ranging from crimson to burgundy. Known as a symbol of love and protection, Garnet has been used in adornment for over 5,000 years, including in Native American jewelry, where it is sometimes paired with sterling silver to enhance its bold hue.

Garnet is believed to energize and balance, bringing strength and grounding to the wearer. It’s a durable stone, ideal for rings, pendants, and earrings, and is especially eye-catching when contrasted with turquoise or coral in Southwestern designs.

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Red Garnet is a vibrant gemstone symbolizing love and strength, used in Native American jewelry for its deep red hue and grounding energy.