STRIKING NATIVE AMERICAN MULTI-STONE INLAY BRACELET

Presenting a finely constructed vintage Native American sterling silver link bracelet comprising ten articulated rectangular panels decorated with an intricate geometric multi-stone channel inlay.

Each panel features contrasting sections of turquoise blue, brown, cream, black and subtly variegated natural materials, separated by fine silver dividers to create a crisp, graphic design. The individual panels are connected by concealed hinges, giving the bracelet excellent flexibility and allowing it to sit comfortably around the wrist.

The substantial silver construction is finished with an integrated box clasp and additional safety gate. The maker has not been identified, although one of the panels is clearly marked to the reverse “IB. / 925”.

The bracelet has a distinctive Southwestern Native American character, with the combination of geometric inlay, articulated construction and contrasting stone palette making it an especially interesting example of vintage Native American jewellery.

Key Features

• Maker: Unidentified Native American silversmith, marked IB.
• Period: Vintage
• Origin: Native American / Southwestern United States, attribution not confirmed
• Material: Sterling silver
• Technique: Multi-stone channel inlay with fine silver dividers
• Design: Ten articulated rectangular panels with geometric inlaid decoration
• Inlay: Turquoise blue, brown, cream, black and variegated natural materials
• Size: Approximately 185mm long excluding clasp tongue x 12.5mm wide
• Internal Circumference: Approximately 170mm
• Weight: 30.4 grams
• Clasp: Integrated box clasp with additional safety gate
• Hallmark: IB. / 925 to the reverse of one panel
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with some surface knocks to the silver surrounds, consistent with age and previous wear. Structurally sound and presents very well.

A distinctive and highly wearable addition to a collection of Native American jewellery or vintage Southwestern design.