Navajo (Dine') bracelet
Navajo (Dine') bracelet
7 high quality graduated turquoise stones (Blue Gem??) and coin silver
5 1/2” interior; opening: 1” wide
*TO FIND YOUR BRACELET SIZE: Using a flexible tape measure or strip of paper, measure your wrist just below the bone (about where you would wear your bracelet). If you want the bracelet to fit tightly, add circa 1/4-1/2” to that measurement. If it you want it looser, add a bit more. Experiment to see what would feel comfortable. If these directions confuse you, please contact me and I will email you photos of a bracelet being measured.
excellent condition
circa 1930s
$1150.
(j2162)
With hi-grade turquoise and beautiful stamping, this bracelet is a fine example of the quality work that the Navajo silversmiths were producing before World War II.
After forming the silver band and stamping it, the silversmith cut two pieces of silver, soldered them together and then soldered the resulting diamond form onto the silver band. (This reflects the earlier tradition of repousse' work but is easier to make). The silver balls that were soldered on individually are a continuation of the earlier technique. The designs formed by stamping are also very nicely done.
