Wilson Jim — Navajo Silversmith
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Wilson Jim (born 1949) is a Navajo silversmith active since the 1960s. The Hougart record documents his work in retro style, stone sets, stamp work, jewelry, bridles, and concho belts — a range that extends beyond standard jewelry into leatherwork and equestrian pieces. He is the brother of fellow Navajo silversmith Thomas Jim.
His work is associated with the Rocking Horse Ranch stamp, which may appear in conjunction with his personal mark, suggesting a commercial or workshop affiliation at some point in his career.
See also: Thomas Jim (brother; documented separately in Hougart).
The Mark
""W. J.; W. JIM (sometimes with the Rocking Horse Ranch stamp)" — Hougart, Bille. *Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks*, 5th ed. (2022), p. ~17127."
— Hougart, Bille. Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks, 5th ed. (2022).
— Hougart, Bille. Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks, 5th ed. (2022), p. ~17127.
Two mark forms are recorded: the abbreviated W. J. and the fuller W. JIM. Either may appear in combination with the Rocking Horse Ranch stamp.
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- Hougart, Bille. *Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks*, 5th ed. Schiffer Publishing, 2022. Entry approx. p. ~17127.