We are pleased to offer this fantastic new sterling silver & turquoise bracelet handmade by world famous Navajo silversmith Darryl Becenti. We were saddened to hear of Darryl's untimely death in late March of 2020.
This Native American cuff bracelet is set with three large natural Kingman Birdseye turquoise stones - gorgeous deep sky-blue color with beautiful matrix - polished perfectly smooth with no cracks or chips, just natural matrix. The stones sit in plain bezels with beautifully twisted wires of sterling silver at their base and applied repousse work all around. The cuff is covered end to end with deep stamp-work, applied repousse work, silver beads and more.
The sturdy bracelet measures 2-1/8 inch wide, with an inside end-to-end measurement of 5-1/4 inch plus there is an opening gap of 1-1/4 inch. The bracelet weighs 161.5 grams (almost 6 ounces).
Brand new in perfect condition. It is stamped sterling and has Darryl Becenti's hallmark. Certificate of Authenticity included and gift box included.
Darryl Becenti was born in 1957 in Gallup. New Mexico. He was taught silver work by his brothers-in-law, David & Leroy Reeves in 1980 and he is the brother-in-law to the famous Sunshine Reeves, Gary Reeves, David Reeves, Andy Cadman, and Darrell Cadman clan. His jewelry is highly prized for it's deep hand-stamped Navajo designs, repousse silver work, and thick gauge silver.