Navajo bracelet with onyx stones by Albert Jake

This sterling silver bracelet features 7 pieces of graduated black onyx oval stones.The artist has used multiple techniques such as repousse´, hand twist wire, and star concho's in the bracelets design. It is handcrafted by renown Navajo artist Albert Jake. This artist is known for his heavy silver sheet for the base of the bracelet. This design allows for a comfortable fit. The bracelet is highly detailed and has a patina finish.

Materials: Sterling silver and black onyx

Outside measurements : 1-1/2"

Inside measurements : 5-1/2" with a 1" opening

This bracelet can be adjusted slighty to fit medium sized wrists It will fit wrist sizes 6-1/2" to 7"

Artist: Albert Jake: was born in 1959 in the Zuni Pueblo south of Gallup, New Mexico.  He learned silversmithing from his parents. He specializes in traditional set stones and cluster jewelry with intricate stamp work. He has been smithing since 1987.  He also creates sand-paintings and makes pottery. During the summers he works as a forest fire fighter. He lives with his wife and two daughters today in Rahmah, New Mexico, near the Zuni Pueblo.