Navajo Bracelet with Dry Creek Turquoise [SOLD]

Southwestern Elegance: A Diné Bracelet Adorned with Dry Creek Turquoise

Renowned for its rich, light blue hue interspersed with hints of brown, Dry Creek turquoise holds a revered place in Southwestern jewelry. Sourced from a small mine near Austin, Nevada, discovered only in the early 1990s, this turquoise variety is a rare gem.

This Diné-crafted bracelet showcases a substantial Dry Creek turquoise gemstone as its centerpiece. The stone's captivating color, accentuated by the characteristic Dry Creek brown streak on the right and golden brown specks scattered throughout, makes this piece a commanding presence. The turquoise's prominence and intricate natural details are so mesmerizing that one can easily lose themselves in its beauty.

For indigenous peoples, turquoise is more than just a gemstone; it's a sacred symbol. Native Americans, having mastered the art of crafting jewelry with this gemstone, have passed down this tradition through generations. Turquoise is often associated with spiritual communication, good fortune, and healing, making it not just aesthetically pleasing but also spiritually significant.

The bracelet itself, crafted from sterling silver, features exquisite designs created by the jeweler. Symmetrical on both the top and bottom, a common technique in Navajo jewelry craft, the bracelet boasts grooved ridges and swirling lines on each side.

This bracelet is more than just a stunning piece of jewelry; it's a wearable work of art that embodies the elegance of Southwestern craftsmanship.

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Condition: very good condition

Provenance: this Navajo Bracelet with Dry Creek Turquoise is from the collection of a Santa Fe resident

Recommended Reading: Contemporary Southwestern Jewelry by Diana Pardue with the Heard Museum

TAGS: Southwest Indian Jewelry, Navajo Nation