Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Kingman Turquoise Cuff Bracelet LES BAKER SHOP 😼

$485.0
Origin
Southwest United States
Provenance
Ownership History Not Available
Tribal Affiliation
Navajo
Artisan
Les Baker Shop
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Handmade
Yes
Culture
Native American: US
Modified Item
No
condition
Used

This listing is for a vintage Navajo, LES BAKER SHOP, cuff bracelet handcrafted from Sterling Silver and Kingman Turquoise.

NOTE: Please view all 24 photos
last 3 photos show cuff on a 6-1/8” wrist
this cuff is made for a smaller wrist
please measure your wrist (don’t assume) and read measurements below!

This well kept Navajo cuff features a gorgeous design using high grade Kingman nuggets and tiny Kingman heishi shells. The 5 nuggets rest between two graduating shanks of heavy gauge sterling silver. They portray stunning color hues of deep blue to blue-green with heavy dark matrixes and specks of pyrite. They’re in excellent condition and rest securely in scalloped bezels while leaf appliquĂ©s follow on each side. Two rows of Kingman heishi shells line the two shanks while resting in shallow channels. They’re in amazing shape with minimal chipping and there are none missing!! The heishi shells are secured with jewelers glue but, I would be weary to wear this cuff when doing any kind of heavy activity
it would not be hard to knock the cuff against something and chip or break the shells. They are very small measuring about 1.5mm wide which also means they’re very fragile
.so, wear with care!!

The Artist’s signature is stamped along with a sterling mark on the inner shank. The silver has been tested and we guarantee its purity of .925 sterling silver.

This vintage cuff will make a great addition to any collection. It’s comfortable (on the correct sized wrist!!) and stacks nicely with similar cuffs. Wear it with pride and enjoy!
.you deserve it!!

***MEASUREMENTS AND DETAILS***

  • Weight - 33 Grams
  • Inside Measurement (End to End) - The cuff measures 5-1/2” around the inside from end to end.
  • Gap - The gap measures just under 1” (15/16”). This cuff does NOT adjust, AT ALL!! Pay attention to the measurements and measure your wrist to avoid a return due to sizing.
  • Total Size of Cuff Including Gap - The total size of cuff is just under 6-1/2” and should fit a wrist between 5-3/4” and 6-1/8” comfortably. The cuff is shown on my wrist in the photos and my wrist measures between 6-1/8” and 6-1/4”. It fits great but, because the gap is under an inch it was pretty hard to slip on
.I wouldn’t recommend this cuff for someone with a wrist larger than 6-3/8” even though it has a total size of 6-1/2”. It will be very difficult to get on and off. REMEMBER, It can’t be adjusted or the heishi shells will break and pop off.
  • Shank Measurements - At front center the cuff measures just a hair under 1” wide and slowly tapers down to each end measuring just under 1/2” wide.
  • Stone Measurements - The centered stone measures 9/16” long by 7/16” wide and each side stone measures 7/16” long by 3/8” wide. The heishi shells are very small and measure approx. 1.5 millimeters wide.
  • Signed By Artist - YES, several stampings are visible including a thunderbird picto hallmark for the Les Baker Shop, BAKER and JEWELRY stamped in a horizontal fashion, and initials LB stamped diagonally.
  • Stamped Sterling - YES, (tested and verified .925 sterling silver guaranteed)
  • Cir. - Later-Mid Century, 1960’s+
  • Condition - Preowned, in very good vintage condition, with original stones, typical wear of light surface scratches on shank, and a slightly aged natural patina, ready to wear or display

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***All jewelry items are packaged in sturdy corrugated boxes and shipped by myself. I treat every item as if it were my own. Extra bubble wrap and packing materials are used to ensure a safe arrival to its new owner.

***I ship everyday the post office is open so the sooner you pay, the sooner I ship. I have a 1 business day handling time, but 90% of the time your purchase will ship within 12-18 hours (the perks of living a mile from the post office)

***I accept returns within 30 days of delivery
.if you’re not happy with your purchase, just send it back for a full refund. Buyer pays return shipping.

Please see all 24 photos!! Enlarge them and study them. Ask any questions you may have. I’m always here to help and I respond quickly and nicely.

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