Jewelry: Bracelets
Navajo and Zuni bracelets have been important and beautiful symbols
of wealth and prestige since the Navajo learned to work silver in the
1860s. Every collection of Indian jewelry should contain a diverse selection
of bracelets. The size given is a measurement of the bracelet's inside
circumference (not including the opening).
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| A Zuni bracelet with flat floral channel inlay by Roosevelt and Bernice Tekala (hallmarked), c. 1980s. A truly pretty and wearable bracelet. Inside size 5 1/4" with a 1 1/8" opening, 1 3/4" wide, weight 32 grams. $595 (B 2834)
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A Navajo bracelet with 6 extremely nice coral cabuchons, c. 1960s. A very wearable piece with notably good coral. Inside size 5 3/8" with a 1 1/4" opening (can be sized), weight 42 grams. $395 (B 2842) Inquire/Order |
A really great, early Navajo cast bracelet with a single turquoise, c. 1935-45. Early cast pieces of this age, quality and intricacy were made in the Pine Springs area of the reservation by masters such as Charlie Houk and Tom Burnsides. This is quite possibly the work of one of those smiths. A treasure for anyone who appreciates sandcast pieces. Inside size 5 11/16" with a 1 3/16" opening, 1 1/4" wide, weight 55 grams. $1795 (B 2832) Inquire/Order |
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| Navajo bracelet by Allan Kee (hallmarked), c. 1950s. One of his famous "bar" bracelets, a form he and his brothers originated. It is a style still being made today, but never as well as done by the Kee brothers. Inside size 5 1/2" with a 7/8" opening (but wears smaller), weight 54 grams. $995 (B 2848)
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Navajo bracelet with coral cabuchons, c. 1950s-1960s. A very creative use of some very nice coral, and a piece that is very easy to wear. Inside 5 3/8" with a 1 3/8" opening, weight 45 grams. $995 (B 2823)
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Zuni channel inlay bracelet, c. 1940. The black background sets off the extremely high quality of the inlay, making this one of the nicest Knifewing bracelets we have seen in some time. Inside size 5 3/8" with a 1 1/16" opening, weight 44 grams. $1495 (B MM/7)
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| Kenneth Begay was one of the great masters of Navajo silversmithing, as his work doesn't get much better than this. A rare example, not just for the hollowwork construction and turquoise settings, but because he placed turquoise on the terminal ends of the bracelet. Hallmarked just with his "KB", which means it was probably made during the late 1960s after he had left the White Hogan and gone to work in Cameron. Almost certainly the best Kenneth Begay piece currently on the market. Fits a small to medium woman's wrist. Inside size 5 1/4" with a 1 1/8" opening, weight 83 grams. $on request (B TD/58)
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A gorgeous Navajo bracelet with a large turquoise inside an extremely elaborate setting, c. 1935-45. The setting includes stamped ropework, which is rarely seen in older pieces. Inside size 5 3/4" with a 1 1/8" opening (but wears smaller), 1 1/2" wide, weight 68 grams. $1195 (B 2829)
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Here's a real treat for lovers of early Hopi material--a bracelet done in early overlay style by Ralph Tawangyaouma (hallmarked), c. 1945-50. A rare opportunity to own an early Hopi piece by one of the great early artists. Inside size 6 1/8" with a 1" opening (but concave, so it wears smaller), weight 42 grams. $1600 (B 2824)
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| An extremely nice and interesting Navajo row bracelet on twisted square wires, c. 1925-35. 11 eccentrically shaped turquoise, with silver balls setting off the settings. Understated, yet very distinctive. Inside size 5 15/16" with a 7/8" opening, weight 51 grams. $1295 (B 2363) Inquire/Order |
Navajo bracelet with a cast and filed band and three fine turquoise, c. 1920s. The band is filed down from a solid piece of silver, which was left flat at the top to accomodate the turquoise. Inside size 6" with a 1 1/8" opening, weight 65 grams. $2500 (B TD/54)
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Navajo bracelet with repousse designs and a single Persian turquoise, c. 1915-20. Wonderful little repousse terminals. A very fine old bracelet. Inside size 5 3/4" with a 1 1/4" opening that can be easily closed, weight 46 grams. $2900 (B TD/45)
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| A very early Zuni/Navajo cluster bracelet, c. 1915-25. The bezels around the flat stones are typical of extremely early Navajo pieces, and the overall execution is like some of the earliest identifiably Zuni work. Either way, a rare and wonderful bracelet. Inside size 5 1/2" with a 1" opening, weight 66 grams. $2900 (B 2822)
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A highly interesting and distinctive Navajo cluster bracelet, c. 1930. Very nice weight (80 grams), and elaborate construction involving braided wire and square wire. Unlike most cluster bracelets, this one can be worn comfortably. Inside size 5 3/4" with a 1" opening, 1 9/16" wide at widest point. $2950 (B 2380)
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A very interesting Pueblo bracelet with elaborate applique work and turquoise settings, c. 1940s. Inside size 5 1/2" with a 1 1/8" opening. $1500 (B TD/23)
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