Zuni inlay large bracelet-Pawn Jewelry

Handcrafted inlay bracelet by Zuni artist Larry Loretto.It features one of his signature designs of opposing  lighting bolts with a turquoise inlay channel down the middle. Heavy silver work can be seen throughout  the bracelet and really shows the craftsmanship of the artist. The bracelet has a sturdy feel and is very comfortable.Signed by the artist. 

It comes attached to its original red pawn ticket.The term "pawn" refers to jewelry that has been pawned to brokers. The practice of pawning jewelry began in the early 1900s when Native Americans and traders would exchange jewelry for food and other necessities, it is still used today and is embedded in the Navajo culture. 

Material: Sterling silver & turquoise

Tribe affiliation: Navajo

Time period: current 

Inside Measurement: 5-3/4" with a 1-1/2" opening * This bracelet will fit wrist sizes 7"  to 7-1/4"

Width measurements: approximately 3/4"  (all measurements are approximate)

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