Native American Fine Art and Jewelry

Navajo Contemporary Turquoise and Silver Bracelet

$425

Artist: Unknown
Style: Cuff Bracelet
Pueblo: Navajo
Period: Contemporary
Materials: Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver
Size: 5.875” W x 1.5” H
Item #3248

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Description

Traditional handmade Native American Indian Jewelry from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest. Guaranteed authentic. Excellent condition.

Make a refined statement with this elegant contemporary Navajo turquoise and sterling silver cuff bracelet. The focal point of this minimalist design is a stunning, free-form turquoise stone that beautifully transitions from vibrant blue to soft, earthy green, accented by a natural golden-brown matrix. The stone is securely set within a smooth silver bezel and delicately framed by a continuous border of fine silver drops. This elegant centerpiece is mounted on a sleek, three-wire split-shank cuff, creating a comfortable, lightweight fit that allows the natural beauty of the gemstone to take center stage.

While Navajo (Diné) silversmithing is historically celebrated for heavy-gauge metalwork and deep stamping, contemporary Navajo artists often embrace a cleaner, more modern aesthetic that highlights the raw, organic beauty of the materials. This bracelet perfectly exemplifies that contemporary approach. The airy, multi-wire split-shank design is a highly skilled traditional technique that provides structural integrity while remaining delicate on the wrist. This piece beautifully merges time-honored Navajo craftsmanship with a sleek, minimalist style that appeals to modern collectors of authentic Southwestern jewelry.

About the Pueblo

The Navajo Pueblo, or Navajo Nation, is one of the largest Native American tribes, located in the Southwest U.S. across parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. The Navajo, or Diné, have a rich cultural heritage, with traditions rooted in weaving, pottery, and silver jewelry. Their society is matrilineal, tracing lineage through the mother’s side. Traditionally, they lived in hogans, dome-shaped homes built from natural materials. The Navajo maintain strong spiritual beliefs focused on balance and harmony. Today, the Navajo Nation remains a vibrant community, preserving its language, traditions, and cultural identity.