Rare Ralph Tawangyaouma Hopi Bracelet - Chrysocolla

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Rare Ralph Tawangyaouma Hopi Bracelet - Chrysocolla:
$950.00

Wonderful and rare bracelet by a Hopi Master silversmith, Ralph Tawangyaouma,. Ralph was a Two-Horn Priest and spiritual leader in his Corn Clan. He was one of the founders of Hotevilla after the split at Oraibi in 1906. Read more of his interesting life in Schaaf, G.\"American Indian Jewelry I, 1,200 Artist Biographies\" Vol. 5, CIAC Press, Santa Fe.
This bracelet has his hallmark which he started using in 1930 without the \"H\" which came later. The bracelet is holding a most beautiful chrysocolla stone measuring 1.5\" in diameter set in sterling silver for a total of 2\" with terminals ending at 3/8\" wide. The flanges of carved leaves and rope measure 1.5\" x .5\". Inside circumference is 5-1/8\" with a 1-1/4\" gap. Approximately 90 grams.Shipping fee reflects cost of insurance via Priority mail.