Coddy's Indian Jewelry & Gifts

This tiny little business is in the gift shop of the Airport Motel 6. I've never seen a gift shop in a Motel 6 before, but there's a little sign when you enter the lobby, and if you call they'll put you through. It's a little dusty; there are some Nebraska souvenirs; some little cookbooks; but really, it's about the jewelry. They have a bunch of turquoise jewelry (Zuni, Nazajo...), a little amber, some abalone, and some silver (watches, rings...) Rings ran small - if you need a pretty turquoise ring for $35 for someone with tiny fingers, you're in luck. Some lovely blue chunky necklaces, several greenish ones, some mosaic pendants, carved birds / bear pieces, an interesting amber pendant or two, turquoise pendants ranging from petite to massive (pendants include a silver chain). Some massive rings that would cover half the length of a finger. Some earrings including tiny abalone studs ($16), and they'll happily apply the coupon from "Shop Lincoln Shop Nebraska" for 15% off jewelry whether you bring it or not: it's posted on the door. Credit card reader was broken when we were there, and the motel's ATM will only let you take out $200, which wouldn't cover some of the larger pieces. Many of the pieces include the name of the artist or at least which tribe, as well as which mine the turquoise is from - they make a big point of supporting Indian artisans. If you're thinking of visiting, come soon - this is a one-woman business. and she's pretty elderly; when we were there a friend of hers was helping out. Shop has apparently been there for 35 years and none of my local family had ever heard of it, so I'm glad I saw the ad. Posted hours state shop opens at 8:30; when I called they said they'd be there til 4:30. Haven't seen anything else like this in Lincoln; if you like turquoise, worth a stop.