Navajo Malachite Silver Cuff Bracelet NX12581

MATERIALS: Sterling silver and real Malachite. MEASUREMENTS: The inner bracelet circumference measures approximately 5-3/4", plus a 1-1/2" opening, and 7/8" at widest point. DESCRIPTION: Looking at such beauty tells the capabilities of Native American art! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand crafted by artist Victor Begay out of genuine sterling silver and real Malachite stones. A total of THREE stones are gently set in hand cut bezel settings, while mini silver beads can be seen accenting in between for an elegant look. TWO silver bars creates the cuff and completes the bracelet into perfection. Bracelet is stamped sterling and hallmarked. Malachite is famous for its radial banding and deep green color. Popular today for use in Southwestern style jewelry, malachite was also popular in the past with the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It was worn as a good luck charm to keep away danger and illness. It is believed to balance and stabilize ones emotions.