Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver 1.5 in Wide Cuff Bracelet Bisbee Turquoise 7.5 Inch Signed

Stunning vintage Sterling Silver cuff with 3 large natural Turquoise Cabochons from the Bisbee mine. Stamped with a maker's mark and 'sterling' by Navajo Silversmith Joe Piaso Jr., this classy cuff has been cleaned but not polished, weighs approximately 115.09 grams, and is in excellent condition. The 38 mm (1.5 in) wide cuff has inner dimensions of approximately 68 mm (2.7 in) wide and 53 mm (2 in) tall, creating an inner circumference of approximately 192 mm (7.5 in), Ladies size 2XL or Mens size L, easily (professionally) sized up a bit if needed.

Turquoise, an ancient and revered gemstone, is celebrated for its distinctive blue-green hues, ranging from sky blue to vibrant green. This opaque mineral, a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminum, often features intricate matrix patterns, adding to its unique character. With a hardness of 5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, it's relatively soft, requiring gentle care. Historically significant in many cultures, particularly in Native American traditions, Turquoise is valued for its beauty and perceived protective qualities.