JSW708 Feather Cuff

Sterling silver cuff by Navajo silversmith Robert Kelley. The 5/8” cuff with a feather pattern has a 5/8” x 3/4” green turquoise stone. The inside is 5 1/2” with a 1” gap.

While turquoise is instantly recognizable for its blue-green color, many don’t realize that turquoise also comes in deep green, blue, and brown hues. The variance in shades has to do with the presence of certain minerals in each turquoise vein. More copper in the turquoise means a bluer color, while more iron creates a darker green color.

Navajo silversmith was the smith for Montana Mining Company. He is best known for his feather silverwork. His hallmark is ROBT KELLEY, first used in 1974.