Sandcast 1970s Navajo Bracelet – Sterling Silver with Carico Lake Turquoise
$612.00 USD - In stock
Category: Jewelry
Vintage 1970s Navajo-made sandcast sterling silver bracelet featuring a central Carico Lake turquoise stone. Crafted using the traditional Navajo sandcasting technique, molten sterling silver is poured into a hand-carved sandstone or tufa mold, creating a bold, sculptural form with a slightly textured, organic finish. This labor-intensive method is a hallmark of classic Diné silversmithing. The center stone is Carico Lake turquoise from Nevada, a highly collectible variety known for its vibrant greens, light blues, and occasional golden-brown spiderweb matrix. The design often incorporates openwork elements, flowing silver motifs, and a sturdy cuff construction characteristic of the mid-century Navajo aesthetic. Many bracelets from this era are unsigned, as hallmarking became more common after the 1970s. Authentic vintage examples typically display a soft, natural patina developed over decades. A strong example of 1970s Navajo sandcast silverwork with sought-after Carico Lake turquoise.
Family-owned in Steamboat Springs, Colorado since the 1980s. Flat-rate $12 US shipping, free over $200. 30-day exchange (store credit).
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