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Quaid Shorty Kingman Turquoise Bracelet | Navajo Sterling Silver
Quaid Shorty Kingman Turquoise Bracelet | Navajo Sterling Silver
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Quaid Shorty Kingman Turquoise & Sterling Silver Bracelet
This exceptional Navajo sterling silver bracelet by artist Quaid Shorty combines beautifully detailed hand-stamped silverwork with a striking piece of high-grade Kingman Turquoise. The large turquoise centerpiece features a rich blue color accented by a dramatic dark black matrix, creating a bold natural contrast against the polished sterling silver.
The bracelet showcases the craftsmanship and character that collectors appreciate in authentic Navajo turquoise jewelry. Intricate stamp work surrounds the turquoise, adding texture and dimension while framing the natural stone as the focal point. The substantial design has a strong Southwestern presence without overwhelming the distinctive beauty of the turquoise.
Kingman Turquoise, mined in Arizona, is highly sought after for its beautiful blue coloration and distinctive natural matrix patterns. The dark black matrix in this particular stone gives it an especially dramatic appearance, with natural variations that make the centerpiece completely unique.
Quaid Shorty brings traditional Navajo silversmithing techniques together with a strong appreciation for natural turquoise. This handcrafted bracelet is a beautiful example of Native American jewelry in which the silverwork and stone complement one another while allowing the character of the turquoise to remain the focus.
Bracelet Details
- Artist: Quaid Shorty
- Tribe: Navajo (Diné)
- Material: Sterling Silver
- Stone: High-Grade Kingman Turquoise
- Turquoise Color: Blue with dark black matrix
- Design: Hand-stamped Sterling Silver
- Wrist Measurement: Approximately 5.5 inches around
- Opening: 1 inch
- Total Wrist Size: Approximately 6.5 inches around
- Style: Navajo, Native American, Southwestern
- Handcrafted: Yes
- One-of-a-kind: Natural turquoise variations make each piece unique
For collectors of Kingman Turquoise jewelry, Navajo turquoise bracelets, Native American silver jewelry, and Southwestern art, this Quaid Shorty bracelet offers a compelling combination of exceptional natural stone and traditional handcrafted silverwork.
The large Kingman Turquoise centerpiece and dramatic black matrix give this bracelet a distinctive presence, while the detailed stamp work adds the handcrafted character that makes authentic Navajo jewelry so collectible.
