Dimensions: The diameter of this piece is 2-1/2 inches. It is 3/16 inches wide. Each stone is approximately 4.25mm x 4.25 mm.
Weight (in grams): 9.8
Hallmark/Signature: n/a
This is a beautiful, handcrafted sterling silver bangle bracelet made by a Navajo artisan.
Unlike a cuff (which is open at the back), this is a solid, closed-loop bangle. It has a smooth, high-polish finish on its rounded silver shank, which allows it to slide easily over the hand and rest comfortably on the wrist.
The primary decorative feature consists of a repeating pattern of small, expertly cut diamond-shaped turquoise stones. The stones are set in individual, clean silver bezels and are evenly spaced along the perimeter of the bangle. The turquoise is a classic blue-green shade, possibly from a high-grade mine, and the simplicity of the setting beautifully highlights the natural color of the stones. This straightforward, clean style is characteristic of both contemporary Navajo work and traditional Navajo jewelry emphasizing clean lines and gemstone symmetry.
Navajo Jewelry Style
Navajo jewelry is traditionally known for its use of sterling silver and its deep cultural ties to turquoise, a stone revered for its spiritual power and connection to the sky. While the bangle format is a more flexible design than the heavy cuff, it still features the meticulous hand-setting and durable silver construction that define Navajo silversmithing excellence.
