Vintage Native American Navajo Silver and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet

Collectibles : Native Americana

 

This vintage bracelet is one I just picked up today from Willie Nezzie, Navajo Jewelry Maker. He was selling it for an old friend on the Reservation. It is from about the early 70's and in very nice condition. 5 Turquoise nuggets all about 1/4'' smallest width to about 3/8'' plus. They do vary a little in size, as they appear to be all natural. They are all set in saw tooth bezels and a nice Leaf pattern in between each of them. A lot of nice overlay Sterling Silver work shows that this piece was done by a master at his craft. About 3/4'' wide and measures about 5-5/8'' on the inside of the band with an additional opening of about 1-1/4'' giving you a total wrist size of about 6-7/8'' total. Now this piece could be bent slightly to make a more comfortable fit. I am also inserting a picture of Willie as I just took it today when purchased this among several pieces of his new items. Signed LT, but even Willie does not know this jeweler may have been. Thanks for your interest in this fantastic vintage Navajo Cuff Bracelet It weighs in about 39 grams total weight

Item ID: kk-207