Antique 1910s Southwest Indian Symbols Booklet - M.K. Myers Jewelry, CO Springs
Up for sale is a rare, authentic piece of early 20th-century advertising ephemera. This 6-page souvenir brochure was distributed by M. K. Myers Jewelry Store, a historic shop located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.The booklet was printed by the renowned H. H. T. Co. (H. H. Tammen Company) of Denver, famous for their Fred Harvey-era Southwest curio postcards, booklets, and souvenirs. While undated, this piece securely dates to the early 1900s (circa 1910–1915) based on historical business directories for the area.Features & Content
- Indian Symbols Chart: Includes early illustrations and definitions of traditional Native American symbols as interpreted by curio dealers of the era.
- The Silversmith's Daughter: Features a striking vintage photograph portrait of a Native American artisan's daughter wearing jewelry.
- The Story of Turquoise: Contains a dedicated page explaining the history, lore, and significance of turquoise in the Southwest, specifically highlighting the renowned silver jewelry artistry of the Navajo, Zuni, and Pueblo tribes.
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