Sterling silver sheet and natural blue Morenci mine turquoise with black and pyrite matrix were utilized in creation of this cuff. The cuff utilizes hollow construction with a central cut out within which are bezel set three large free-form natural blue, hand-cut turquoise cabochons. The hand-stamped border following the top and bottom undulating curves of this bracelet were stamped prior to soldering to the base sheet. Oxidation was done as a last step before the final finishing.
Stones measure approximately 7/8" X 9/16" and are nicely domed with a silky polish.
Description | Sterling silver sheet and natural blue Morenci mine turquoise with black and pyrite matrix were utilized in creation of this cuff. The cuff utilizes hollow construction with a central cut out within which are bezel set three large free-form natural blue, hand-cut turquoise cabochons. The hand-stamped border following the top and bottom undulating curves of this bracelet were stamped prior to soldering to the base sheet. Oxidation was done as a last step before the final finishing. Stones measure approximately 7/8" X 9/16" and are nicely domed with a silky polish. |
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About the Artist | "Unknown artist" is appropriate when a work of art is unsigned and a supported opinion about who made it is not available (on Savvy Collector).. "Attributed to" precedes the name of an artist when information suggests that it likely was made by that artist (on Savvy Collector). |
Culture | American Indian, Navajo |
Medium | Sterling silver and natural blue Morenci mine turquoise |
Troy ounces | 2.32 troy ounces |
Size | 5 5/16" from end to end with 1 1/4" opening. Width at center is 1 3/4" with flared terminals 1 1/4" in width |
Date of creation | 1970's |
Condition | Excellent |
Description | Because of the structure and defined form of this bracelet, any adjustment is not recommended. The sterling sheetwork is a good thickness and solidly holds its shape with the side border indentations designed to fit around the wrist bones. |
Provenance | STei-67 |
Gram weight | 72.2 grams |