Pawn Jewelry-Large single stone bracelet

Navajo handcrafted bracelet.Featuring a single large green/blue turquoise stone, this bracelet is built with heavy gauge silver. The mounting for the stone consists of saw cut triangle wire .The artist has also used detailed stamping throught the cuff.  This type of bracelet is known for its comfortable fit and unique look. Stamped with the artists hallmark NEZ and the word "sterling".

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

Width measurements: 2" and tapering down to 3/4"

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