Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A handcrafted sterling silver cuff bracelet centering a teardrop-shaped vibrant blue turquoise cabochon set in a smooth bezel. The central setting is accented by hand-formed silver foliage, accent rain drops, and a dimensional spiraled silver wire rose motif.
Story
During the 1970s Native American jewelry boom, southwestern silversmiths began blending traditional silver casting with delicate romantic motifs like layered silver roses.
Maker / Origin
Floral appliqué motifs—particularly curled ribbon roses and stamped leaves—became a signature artistic flourishing among Navajo and Southwestern silversmiths during the late 20th century. Many silversmiths crafted pieces for regional trading posts, often stamping the inner band with their initials, hallmark, or simply 'STERLING'.
Condition & Value
Appears to be in very good vintage condition with a warm, natural aged patina on the sterling silver and an intact, polished turquoise stone with no visible cracks. Maintaining the original patina preserves optimal collector value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.