Pawn Jewelry- Wide Navajo bracelet w/ repousse´

Handcrafted Navajo cuff bracelet made of solid sterling silver.The unique style is Repoussé or repoussage refer to a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief. Chasing, chased work, or embossing refer to a similar technique, in which the piece is hammered on the front side, sinking the metal.With its curved ends it is easily shaped and easy to wear for a large bracelet

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 their culture. 

Material: Sterling silver & turquoise

Tribe Affiation: Navajo

Time period: current

Bracelet measurements:1-1/2" wide- Inside measurements :5-1/4" with 1-1/8" opening

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