Diné Silver Bracelet with Three Rows of Turquoise [SOLD]

This vintage bracelet was made by an unknown Diné of the Navajo Nation jeweler. The piece is not marked with any kind of hallmark, so the artist's identity will likely remain mysterious.

A substantial silver band with round ridged edges holds three rows of turquoise stones. There are 31 stones in total, and each one sits snugly within its silver bezel. Small dots of silver appear between the bezels. Additional designs appear on the ends of the band, in the areas just past the rows of turquoise stones. The unknown jeweler's work is excellent, and the work is eye-catching.

The turquoise chosen for this bracelet appears to be from the Cerrillos Mine just south of Santa Fe. The turquoise gemstones selected for the bracelet are beautifully matched in color and matrix. The bracelet is magnificent in workmanship, materials, and beauty. 

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Condition: excellent condition

Provenance: this Diné Silver Bracelet with Three Rows of Turquoise is from a private collection

Recommended Reading:

Navajo Silver: A Brief History of Navajo Silver by Arthur Woodward

Navajo Jewelry: A Legacy of Silver and Stone  by Lois Essary Jacka

TAGS: Southwest Indian Jewelry, Navajo Nation, bracelet