11 stone turquoise bracelet-Pawn Jewelry

Navajo handcrafted bracelet by a unknown artist. The tradional design of the bracelet features 11 turquoise stones mounted in sterling silver. The nuggett stones are mounted in a simple bezel and set vertically side by side. Detailed silver stamping can be seen on the inside of the bracelet and really shows the craftsmanship of the artist. The bracelet has a sturdy feel and is very comfortable.This is an outstanding piece.

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: 6-3/4" with a 1-1/4" opening * This bracelet will fit wrist sizes 7-3/4 to 8-1/4"

Width measurements:  5/8"  (all measurements are approximate)

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