Pawn Petit Point Medium Cuff Bracelet in Silver and Turquoise

This Medium sized petit point cuff is handcrafted by Zuni Artists Ben and Veranda Kallestewa. Known for their fine petit point craft, this bracelet is set in sterling sliver with turquoise stones. The design is very traditional and the sides of the cuff are done as intricately as the top. This piece 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. 

Measurements: 2-5/8" x 2-5/8" - Side elements: 1-3/4" x 7/8" - Inside measurement of 5" with a opening of 1-1/4". This bracelet will fit wrist sizes from 6-1/4 to 6-1/2.