Old Pawn Navajo Handmade Sterling Twisted Rope Turquoise Coral Cuff Bracelet |RS

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Old Pawn Navajo Handmade Sterling Twisted Rope Turquoise Coral Cuff Bracelet |RS:
$73.50

Up for sale is a old pawn Navajo handcrafted sterling silver twisted rope & high grade turquoise & coral cuff bracelet!

Native Americans from the southwest have paired turquoise with red materials in their jewelry for a long time. Its a beautiful combination of colors and contrast and rooted in symbolic meaning. Coral is not found in any ocean of the Americas. Therefore any \"red gold,\" (often called by some artists) that was used in jewelry would have come to the Americas through trade or \"Wampum\" (trade beads) after the Spanish Conquistadors arrived in 1521. The bright red Mediterranean coral is rare today.
Old Pawn Native American Jewelry refers to the pieces that were made, worn and treasured as not only adornment, protection of good health, but also as portable wealth. Not having ready access to banks, or cash money, this jewelry would often serve as the family \"reserve\" or \"emergency\" fund. In times of need, this silver and turquoise jewelry could be easily used as security with an authorized trader (pawned) for cash to meet the current crisis. Then, when the crops came in, or the sheep were shorn, the jewelry could be redeemed and take its place back in the family.
Unfortunately on occasions this jewelry would not be redeemed as planned. The lender would keep it for the agreed amount of time, and if the loan was not paid off by the agreed date, the Pawn Shop, or Trader would be authorized to sell the jewelry. Often, when the elders of the family die, their items are pawned and the money is divided among the family members.

The cuff has an approximate end to end inner circumference of 5-1/4\"with an adjustable opening measuring 1\",is 2-1/4\" wide across, has a band width of 1-13/16\", and weighs36.9g.

The cuff is in great condition, with heavy patina. The turquoise and coral stones are secure in their settings, without damage or repair.

The cuff has been tested and examined for purity and is sterling silver. Furthermore, there are no marks or cosmetic damage because of this.

Please take the time to view all 12 photos before placing your offer. The bracelet pictured is the one you will receive!

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