Zuni handcrafted cuff bracelet. The unique narrow design features 10 handcut turquoise stones. This is a classic narrow sized Zuni cluster needle point bracelet.
Style: Zuni Jewelry : Needle Point Needle point Jewelry is a very elegant style that emerged in Zuni jewelry in the 1940’s. It is among some of the most labor-intensive jewelry to make. Made by both Navajo and Zuni artist, this style is defined as a small sliver of stone that are pointed on both ends.
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: 5-1/4" with a 1" opening * This bracelet will fit wrist sizes 6-1/4 to 6-1/2"
Width measurements: approximately 1/4" (all measurements are approximate)
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