Native American Fine Art and Jewelry

Vintage Navajo Sky Blue Royston Turquoise and Sterling Silver Bracelet Singed “FL”

$375

Artist: “FL”
Style: Bracelet
Pueblo: Navajo
Period: Vintage (1960-1990)
Details: Sky Blue Royston Turquoise and Sterling Silver
Size: 6.125” W x 1.5” H
Item: #5063

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Description

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

Make a refined, timeless statement with this authentic vintage Navajo turquoise and sterling silver cuff bracelet. The centerpiece of this classic design is a beautiful oval-cut natural Royston turquoise stone, showcasing a soft, pale sky-blue hue intertwined with a striking, earthy reddish-brown matrix. The stone is securely set within a smooth silver bezel and encircled by a traditional twisted silver rope. The setting is elegantly framed by a solid silver border featuring precise, hand-stamped sunburst motifs at the four cardinal points. This beautifully crafted centerpiece is mounted on a sturdy, classic double-wire split-shank cuff that offers a comfortable fit while keeping the focus entirely on the stunning natural gemstone.

This highly collectible vintage piece carries the hallmark “FL,” representing the enduring legacy of mid-century Navajo (Diné) silversmithing. In classic Southwestern jewelry, stones from the famous Royston mining district in Nevada are highly prized by collectors for their incredible color variations and distinct, heavy matrixing. By combining this premium, soft-blue turquoise with clean, deliberate stamp work and a traditional split-shank design, the artist created a timeless piece of wearable history. Authentic vintage cuffs like this one are sought after for their historical provenance, their beautiful natural patina, and their elegant simplicity that never goes out of style.

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.