JSW595 Hand Pendant

Tufa cast sterling silver hand pendant by Navajo silversmith Jack Tom. The 1” x 1 1/2” hand has a 3/16” x 5/16 Sleeping Beauty turquoise cabochon along with a traditional cloud design. A 1/2” bale makes a total length of 2 1/4”. Hallmark: JT  

Jack Tom is an award-winning silversmith most well-known for his gold overlay on silver jewelry, impeccable execution and the finest stones in both traditional and contemporary designs.

The hand symbol represents life.

Tufa casting is a technique of pouring molten silver into a tufa stone mold and letting it harden into a given form.  The mold is only used once; therefore each item is an original piece.