Moriah Stice has been winning awards for her art since childhood — and she's just getting started. A Best in Show winner at the 2019 Greater Tulsa Indian Art Show for her beadwork, Moriah brings a rare combination of traditional skill and original artistic vision to every piece in this collection.
What makes Moriah's work stand out? While most contemporary Native American beadwork uses modern materials, Moriah works with natural shell and gemstone beads — connecting her designs to older Cherokee traditions of working with the earth's own materials. Each beaded piece is assembled by hand in our Oklahoma studio, and no two are exactly alike.
Moriah is also the artist behind some of Cherokee Copper's most culturally meaningful designs. Her original artwork is engraved directly onto copper, turning jewelry into wearable art that carries Cherokee stories and symbolism. Pieces like the Three Sisters Pearl Necklace — inspired by the ancient Cherokee planting tradition of squash, corn, and beans — and her Selu Earrings, rich with cultural imagery, are among our customers' most treasured pieces.
Her Unalii Bracelets are our take on friendship bracelets — unalii means "friend" in Cherokee. Made with copper pipestem beads and natural gemstone or shell, they're a meaningful way to honor the people who matter most. The Three Sisters Necklace is a customer favorite that sells out regularly — sign up for restock notifications so you don't miss it.
When you wear a piece designed by Moriah, you're wearing original Cherokee art — not a reproduction, not an interpretation. It's the real thing, created by a young Cherokee artist whose work has been recognized since she was a kid and only keeps getting better.
Cherokee Copper complies with the Indian Arts and Crafts Act, ensuring every piece is authentically crafted by Cherokee artisans.
All jewelry is handcrafted in our Oklahoma studio. Ships within 2–3 business days. Questions? We're here to help.