Vintage Sterling Silver Bisbee Mine Turquoise Cuff Bracelet 6.6 Inch Dark Patina

Classy vintage handmade Sterling Silver cuff with a beautiful natural Turquoise cabochon from the Bisbee mine with flecks of Pyrite in the matrix. The bracelet is approximately 29 mm wide at the top, tapering to 7 mm at the bottom with inner dimensions of approximately 59 mm (2.3 in) wide and 43 mm (1.7 in) tall with a 30 mm (1.2 in) gap, creating an inner circumference of approximately 171 mm (6.6 in), Ladies size L or Men's size S. This wonderful circa 1960s cuff displays a wonderful dark patina, has been cleaned but not polished, weighs approximately 18.57 grams and is in very good condition for its age. Although unstamped, the bracelet is of Native American style and has been independently tested as Sterling Silver.

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.