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Fake turquoise jewelry is hurting Native Americans economically. Fraudulent Native American goods have been illegal since 1935. The first prison sentence for this crime was just handed down.

Shoppers browse for turquoise jewelry at the annual Santa Fe Indian Market. Now in its 100th year, the show and sale brings vetted Indigenous art to the historic plaza of New Mexico’s capital city.

The earrings, designed by American jeweler Jennifer Meyer, were two sleek rectangles with an 18-karat gold border and a turquoise center. Markle paired the accessories with an all-black ensemble.