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Native American, Navajo, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A stunning Navajo silver and turquoise bracelet comprised of what appears to be an 1885 Morgan silver dollar with a high relief depiction of Lady Liberty projecting from the center flanked by four turquoise stones of graduated scale set in a raised bezel bordered with an attractive silver rope-pattern, all sodered to a butterfly-shaped cuff. Size: larger stones measure ~ 1.5" L x .75" W (3.8 cm x 1.9 cm); bracelet measures 5" L (12.7 cm) with a 2.5" W (6.4 cm) opening; Total weight: 114.5 g.

The Morgan silver dollar was the first standard silver dollar minted since the production of the Seated Liberty dollar ceased. It is named for its designer, the United States Mint Assistant Engraver George T. Morgan. This bracelet is truly a piece of wearable art with heavy silver, detailed craftmanship, and breathtaking stones. What makes it relatively unique is that it combines a U.S. coin of such historic importance with classic Navajo styling. Note the high quality natural blue turquoise stones and artful technique of the silversmith.

Provenance: Ex-Hawkings collection, California

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  • Condition: Stones in very good condition save minor nicks/fissures at peripheries. Tiny crest-shaped stamp mark at one end of shank may be a makers mark.

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