Orange Spiny Oyster Shell and Turquoise Cluster Cuff

Sterling silver cluster cuff bracelet stamped "T" by the Navajo artisan features three floral-like clusters of nine bezeled turquoise and orange spiny oyster shell cabaochons each. The light blue turquoise contrasting with the orange spiny oyster is quite striking. An antique finish, twisted rope wire and sterling silver beads and raised "shot"elements embellish the triple split (open) band.

Materials: Sterling silver, orange spiny oyster shell, turquoise Spiny Oyster Shell or Spondylus shells are, indeed, very spiny, but the polished product looks very smooth the most used Spondylid Bivalve shell colors include orange, reds, and purples and may include distinct striations and color variations. In the American Oceans, the Spondylids occur along the North American coasts, as far north as North Carolina, on the Atlantic Coast, and northwestern Mexico Red Spiny Oysters grow in deeper water from 35ft-300ft, making them more difficult to find and harvest.

Measurements: Inside measures 5 1/4" with a 1 1/4" opening. Band tapers from 1" to 1/4" wide.

*This bracelet will fit wrist sizes 6 1/2" to 6 3/4"