Premier Native & Southwest Jewelry - Sept 13th

Navajo Steve Francisco Number 8 Turquoise and Sterling Silver Inlay Cuff Bracelet

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Start price: $5

Estimated price: $1,000 - $1,500

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Description

A Navajo Steve Francisco Number 8 turquoise and sterling silver inlay cuff bracelet. This wide cuff bracelet is crafted from sterling silver, featuring a central inlay of numerous turquoise segments. The turquoise pieces, exhibiting natural matrixing, are cut into geometric rectangular and square shapes and arranged in a step-patterned mosaic design that spans the full circumference of the visible exterior. The silverwork includes twisted rope borders flanking the turquoise inlay and stamped linear and geometric patterns on the outer edges of the cuff. The interior of the bracelet is marked with an "SF" maker’s mark and "STERLING" indicating metal purity. A visible retail label on the interior identifies the item as "STEVE FRANCISCO NAVAJO HANDMADE SS #8 TURQ BRACELET $1,250".

Internal circumference: 6 inches (15.3 cm)

Weight: 61 GR