David Rosales Shadow Peak Inlaid Sterling Silver Ring

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.

Ithaca Peak Turquoise – Bold, Bright, and Highly Prized

Ithaca Peak Turquoise comes from the same mountain range as the renowned Kingman Mine in Arizona, and is celebrated for its rich blue hue and dramatic pyrite inclusions. These brilliant flecks of metallic silver are naturally occurring and give the stone its signature sparkle and added character.

Mined in limited quantities from the Ithaca Peak region, this turquoise is especially valued by Native American silversmiths and collectors alike. Its hardness, color saturation, and rarity make it an ideal choice for statement rings, cuffs, pendants, and bolos. Many artisans, especially Navajo and Zuni jewelers, favor Ithaca Peak for both traditional and contemporary designs that emphasize bold natural beauty.

Because the mine is no longer producing in large quantities, genuine Ithaca Peak pieces are becoming increasingly rare, making them sought-after additions to both personal collections and galleries.