Very Very Very Old Vintage Native American Navajo Cerrillos Turquoise Sterling Silver Bracleet

We are excited to auction off this enchanting vintage Navajo bracelet! It features 7 green Cerrillos turquoise stones, hand carved silver stars, and a graduated triple rail silver cuff! A totally unrivaled design!
Nestled in the vibrant landscape of New Mexico's Cerrillos Hills, the Cerrillos turquoise mine is a storied gem in the history of American turquoise mining. With roots tracing back over a thousand years to pre-Columbian indigenous peoples, this mine holds a rich cultural heritage deeply intertwined with the land. Cerrillos turquoise is renowned for its distinctive greenish-blue hues, often with intricate brown or golden matrix patterns, creating a tapestry of color reminiscent of the desert landscape from which it emerges. Despite fluctuations in demand and the challenges of mining in rugged terrain, the allure of Cerrillos turquoise endures, captivating artisans and collectors with its timeless beauty and historical significance. As a cherished gem of the Southwest, the Cerrillos turquoise mine continues to inspire reverence for both its natural splendor and its cultural legacy, serving as a bridge between the past and the present. The center stone measures around 5/8" x 5/8". The width of the bracelet measures around 7/8". Sterling silver. The inside end to end measures around 5-1/2" with an additional 1" gap. Sturdy 41 grams. Cir early 1900's to mid.

Make Us an Offer- Due to the high demand of our items, many pieces sell quite fast. The most frequent email we receive are from buyers who waited too long to make us an offer and suddenly lost out because another buyer came in and purchased. Send us your reasonable offer today, we are flexible and you have nothing to lose! Ahéhee' (Thank you)

How Layaway Works:

Layaway programs we offer that you can choose from when you pay for the item:  

- Shop Pay Installments (Usually 4 payments)

- Affirm (Up to 12 payments)

-Klarna (Usually 4 payments)

How Does Layaway Work with Making an Offer?  

If your offer is accepted you will receive an email invoice from us and will be able to choose your layaway program when you pay the invoice. If for some reason you cannot get approved for any of the programs simply let us know and we will cancel out the invoice. You have nothing to lose and the most beautiful art to gain! :)