Classic Fanned Split Cuff in Sterling Silver
John Begay
- Savvy Price $375.00
- Gallery Price $425.00
- Title
- Classic Fanned Split Cuff in Sterling Silver
- Artist
- John Begay
- Medium
- Sterling silver
- Troy ounces
- 1.24 troy ounces
- Size
- Interior measurement is 5" from end to end plus a 3/4" opening. At widest point the five strands measure 7/8", tapering to 1/2" at the terminals.
- Signed
- "JB" stamped on the bracelet's back side
- Date of creation
- 2008
- Condition
- Mint ! never worn, as just created
- Provenance
- Single owner Arizona collection KW
- Gram weight
- 36.8 grams
- About The Classic Fanned Split Cuff in Sterling Silver
Very few jewelers attempted to work in 12 gauge silver, as its thickness (about 1/8") is highly unforgiving. Each of the repousee buttons was hand forged with one highly controlled "whack" of the tool. John Begay's many years producing high quality jewelry for the famed White Hogan were perfect footing for the excellent sense of design demonstrated in his current work and all highly wearable, in terms of comfort. Coupling design with comfort is an ideal marriage!
- About John Begay
- Although John has family members who were well recognized as silversmiths during the 1930's, 1940's and 1950's, he learned to cut turquoise, tufa cast and to perform general silversmithing by watching friends and co workers beginning in 1972. He has worked alternatively in Flagstaff, Winslow and Scottsdale making an assortment of items such as bracelets, rings and earrings. From 1985 until 2006 John was employed by the White Hogan in Scottsdale, Arizona, making and repairing jewelry for Jon Bonnell. During the 1980's Begay participated in the Heard Museum's Indian Market. In recent years he has assisted rather famous jewelry designers, Victor Beck and Jesse Monongya with the execution of their jewelry. John's classic sense of design is matched with his highly refined craftmanship. SavvyCollector.com is proud to offer the work of this gentle and talented man.
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