Vintage Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet with Chrysocolla 6.9 Inch

Wonderful vintage Sterling Silver cuff with a beautiful blue and green bezel set natural Chrysocolla cabochon. The top of the bracelet is approximately 30 mm wide, with inner dimensions of 63 mm (2.5 in) wide and 41 mm (1.6 in) tall with a 31 mm (1.2 in) gap, creating an inner circumference of of approximately 175 mm (6.9 in), Ladies size L or Mens size S. Stamped 'mexico 925 tp-112', this wonderful circa 1990s cuff has been cleaned but not polished, weighs approximately 36.56 grams and is in pre-owned condition.

Chrysocolla, a captivating copper silicate mineral, is prized for its vibrant hues ranging from deep turquoise to sky blue and emerald green. This stone, often found in association with other copper minerals like Malachite and Azurite, exhibits a soft, earthy texture and can form botryoidal, massive, or vein-filling structures. Revered for its calming and communicative properties, Chrysocolla is popular in lapidary work and is believed to foster tranquility and harmony. Its relatively low hardness makes it susceptible to scratching, requiring gentle handling.