Navajo Silver and Turquoise Very Old Bracelet [SOLD]
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- Category: Bracelets
- Origin: Diné of the Navajo Nation
- Medium: silver, turquoise
- Size:
6” inside end-to-end;
1” opening; 1-3/4” width - Item # 25884 SOLD
The foundation of this bracelet consists of three silver wires joined at their ends with a silver cross wire. The essence of the bracelet is the top which consists of three platforms with turquoise cabs in silver bezels.
The center of the bracelet is a flower design of 9 beautiful turquoise cabs of varying shapes and color. Flanking this center medallion are arrangements of 7 turquoise cabs displayed in two rows. Each of these has turquoise stones of varying sizes, shapes and colors.
The overall look of the bracelet is one of age. It most likely dates to the 1930s and was most probably made by a smith for his own use or the use of a family member. Mixing stones of varying sizes, shapes and colors would not have been done on a bracelet made for sale.
Because the bracelet is formed from silver wires, it can be slightly adjusted to a smaller or larger size simply by bending the wires in or out. Because the foundation was made from silver wires and not a flat silver sheet, the bracelet is lighter in weight and comfortable to wear.
Condition: excellent condition
Provenance: from a family collection from Grants, New Mexico
Recommended Reading: Indian Silver Jewelry of the Southwest: 1868-1930 by Larry Frank
- Category: Bracelets
- Origin: Diné of the Navajo Nation
- Medium: silver, turquoise
- Size:
6” inside end-to-end;
1” opening; 1-3/4” width - Item # 25884 SOLD
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