Navajo Large Turquoise Cuff Bracelet

ca. 1970

5.5" + 0.75" Gap x 2.375" W

Hand Crafted from Sterling Silver Sandcast with Fabricated Fans and Large Turquoise Stone Setting with Hard to Read Makers Mark that Could be Henry Morgan M but Uncertain. Of Heavy Weight and Striking Natural Turquoise Setting of Low Profile. Uncommon Addition of Silver Fans.

Excellent Condition and a Very Handsome Piece

A Navajo large turquoise cuff bracelet is a hallmark of Southwestern Native American jewelry, handcrafted by Navajo artisans using traditional techniques. These pieces blend sterling silver with high-quality turquoise stones, often featuring bold, oversized designs that emphasize the gem's vibrant blue-green hues and natural matrix patterns. The "cuff" style is a wide, open-ended bracelet that slips over the wrist, typically measuring 1-2 inches or more in width for a substantial, statement-making presence. Turquoise holds deep cultural significance in Navajo tradition, symbolizing protection, good fortune, and a connection to the sky and water.