Pawn Jewelry-Zuni cultured opal inlay bracelet

Zuni handcrafted cuff bracelet. The unique  bracelet features a double row inlay pattern of cultured opal triangles. The ends of the bracelet are channeled with a round twist wire. Both of these designs make this piece stand out from the rest. It sterling silver has a grey patina but can be polished to bright finish if requested. 

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 & cultured opal

Tribe affiliation: Zuni

Time period: current 

Inside Measurement: 5-1/4" with a 1-1/4" opening * This bracelet will fit wrist sizes 6 to 6-1/2"

Width measurements: 1/2"

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