Navajo Fred Harvey Turquoise Ingot Silver Bracelet Snakes 1930's Tucson Estate

  
From a forgotten box in my office closet (and a Tucson estate a couple of decades ago) is this I believe 1930's or so Navajo ingot silver bracelet with old style stamp work and three (3) oval turquoise sets. The mentioned trio includes a 27x15mm spiderweb centerpiece (looks like Kingman) flanked by well chosen 12x8mm accompaniments - one has partially patinated to green, an indication they are natural. The handmade bezels are low and thick as proper for the time - silver bead wire framing of the stones elevates things nicely. Very cool undulating rattle tailed snakes are among the prepared stamps.

The chisel split silver band has visible forging marks and other diagnostic indicators of rolled and hammered ingot metal. While likely meant for a period visitor, the ornament retains these traditional elements and an aesthetic favored by locals. Put another way, it has every bit of "the look" you want. So you know the ninety plus year old former owner had a number of Pueblo and other Southwestern bracelets she wore about in groupings - two decades later I've finally gotten to these, and have been offering a number of them separately.

Weight is good for the form at about 33.5 grams on my portable digital scale. Condition is quite fine with a distinct aura of time to the silver surfaces. Be aware I have avoided every urge to refresh or "improve", to accommodate those who prefer things that way - you want that done you do it. The turquoise sets are well preserved. All typical and expected evidence of previous wrist duty simply validates a history.

A look at the pics should give a good idea of appearance and condition - a rather primal Fred Harvey era bracelet that will look great worn about in Santa Fe or wherever you live. Inner circumference is about 4 7/8 in. Plus the generous 1 7/16 in. I don't know what else to say, so there you are. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Bracelets & Charms".

The seller is "pooterpee" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

1. Brand: Estate
2. Style: Cuff
3. Type: Bracelet
4. Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American
5. Metal: Sterling or Coin Silver
6. Main Stone Shape: Oval
7. Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
8. Vintage: Yes
9. Handmade: Yes