3-stone Charoite cuff bracelet-BC 1419

The swirls of purple coloring within the Charoite stone is outstanding. The bracelet is set in solid sterling silver and crafted by Navajo artist Albert Jake. The bracelet measures 1/2" in width and has a inside measurement of 5"1/2 with a 1"1/4 opening. Nicely detailed silver work can be seen through out the bracelet. NAVAJO HANDCRAFTED BRACELET BY ARTIST ALBERT JAKE Charoite: The charoite stone is usually violet, lilac, or lavender in color, and it will vary in shades of dark to light violet. There will also be traces of black, white, and grey on the stone, making it one of the most attractive gemstones in the world. The swirling patterns of purple and other colors also make it one of the most unique! Charoite, also called lilac stone and Charoite Jade, was first discovered in the Sakha Republic, Russia, along the Chara River in the 1940s.It was called charoite when it arrived in the western markets. Albert Jake: was born in 1959 in the Zuni Pueblo south of Gallup, New Mexico. He learned silversmithing from his parents. He specializes in traditional set stones and cluster jewelry with intricate stamp work. He has been smithing since 1987. He also creates sand-paintings and makes pottery. During the summers he works as a forest fire fighter. He lives with his wife and two daughters today in Rahmah, New Mexico, near the Zuni Pueblo.