Vintage Sterling Silver U.I.T.A Native American turquoise brooch

A rare estate find! A piece for seasoned vintage jewelry collectors. She is signed by the UITA! For new vintage jewelry collectors or others that may not be aware of the UITA. The United Indian Trader’s Association or U.I.T.A., founded in 1931 was a voluntary organization made up of the leading Indian traders of the day organized to promote and enforce the highest quality standards for the creation of genuine traditional Indian Arts and Crafts. The members were a veritable who’s who of the leading Indian traders of their day and all pieces certified by UITA and stamped with their unique arrowhead hallmark had to pass a rigorous set of quality inspections regarding the materials and techniques used. Works that have this stamp are becoming more & more collectable.