Native American Turquoise Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet.

This bracelet has a traditional and fashionable look. This one was masterfully hand made by local Navajo artist Larry Kaye. The cuff of this impressive bracelet features an impressive design made from a heavy gauge of shining Sterling Silver. The center has been tastefully dressed with a hand cut cabochon of genuine Turquoise. This beautiful bracelet is 1-3/4" wide. It'll fit a 6" to a 6-1/2" wrist. Stamped Sterling. Signed by the artist LLK. The matrix of the Turquoise may slightly vary. The photo is an excellent representation of the one of a kind hand made bracelet you'll receive. The group shot is meant to give an idea of the range of variety.

Turquoise is a valuable mineral and is possibly the most valuable, non-transparent mineral in the jewelry trade. It has been mined for eons since at least 6000 BC. by early Egyptians. Its history also includes beautiful ornamental creations by Native Americans and Persians. Its popularity is still quite strong today. Although crystals of any size are rare, some small crystals have been found in Virginia and elsewhere. Most specimens are crypto crystalline, meaning that the crystals could only be seen by a microscope. The finest turquoise comes from Iran but is challenged by some southwestern United States specimens. The name comes from a French word, which means stone of Turkey, from where Persian material passed on its way to Europe.

We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.

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