Vintage Fred Harvey Era Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Cuff Bracelet

Name: Vintage Fred Harvey Era Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Cuff Bracelet
Brand: Native American
SKU: 257736240265
Price: 495.00 USD
Availability: InStock

USD 495.00

Condition: Pre-owned

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Description

View Vintage Fred Harvey Era Sterling Silver Turquoise Thunderbird Cuff Bracelet with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Attributed to the Fred Harvey era / early Southwestern tourist jewelry tradition based on the bracelet’s construction, materials, stamping and characteristic motifs. The detailed hand-worked appearance and oxidized recesses give the bracelet wonderful depth and character. Beautiful vintage Fred Harvey Era sterling silver and turquoise cuff bracelet featuring an impressive large turquoise cabochon surrounded by twisted silver rope detailing. The wide sterling cuff is extensively decorated with classic Southwestern tourist-era motifs, including Thunderbirds, floral and foliate designs, geometric stamping, zigzag elements, and applied silver accents. The detailed hand-worked appearance and oxidized recesses give the bracelet wonderful depth and character. The turquoise has a beautiful blue-green color with natural-looking brown matrix and makes a striking centerpiece against the aged sterling silver. Interior is stamped STERLING. No identifiable artist or maker’s hallmark is present. Weight: approximately 24 grams Measurements: Attributed to the Fred Harvey era / early Southwestern tourist jewelry tradition based on the bracelet’s construction, materials, stamping and characteristic motifs. Exact age, maker, tribal attribution and original point of sale are unknown; no provenance accompanies the piece. Very good vintage condition with expected age-related patina, oxidation, surface scratches and wear. The silver has intentionally not been heavily polished, preserving its vintage character. Please examine all photographs closely for condition and details. A beautiful and highly decorative example of vintage Southwestern turquoise jewelry with exceptional Thunderbird and stamped detailing. Condition: Pre-owned. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Ethnic, Regional & Tribal › Bracelets & Charms. Brand: Native American.