COLUMBIA FALLS — A unique business in Northwest Montana is preserving Western heritage one piece of jewelry at a time.

Cowboy Collectibles creates handmade jewelry from horsehair, staying true to its mission of keeping production local and supporting Montana artisans.

"We always want to stay local, small town, handmade, in Montana," said Melissa Rausch, owner of Cowboy Collectibles.

What started as a small idea in 1995 has grown into a business whose products have been worn in all 50 states and around the world.

"Our products are nationwide, we're in boutiques, hat bars, museums, gift shops, airports, we're here locally," Rausch said.

The company sells necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more, all crafted from horsehair.

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