Native American & Turquoise Bracelets | Silver Cactus

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At a Glance:

Design: Native American cuff with a graduated three-stone turquoise arrangement and twisted flat-wire shank with eagle motifs
Stone: Natural turquoise consistent with Cerrillos material
Color: Green turquoise, ranging from deep forest green at the center to brighter open green at the shoulders
Accent: Applied eagle motifs flanking the side stones
Metal: .925 sterling silver, unmarked
Attribution: Navajo work associated with the late Harvey Era
Era: Circa 1940s
Status: Unsigned and unstamped turquoise trio sterling cuff
Condition: Excellent — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Specifications:

• Wear scale: high profile, medium scale cuff — noticeable without excess
• Largest stone: approx. 3/4" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 1"
• Inside length: 5 1/4"
• Gap: 1 1/4"
• Total inside circumference: 6 1/2" (M per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 37.3 grams

Gallery Note:

This late Harvey-era Navajo cuff centers on a classic trio of domed turquoise cabochons, arranged in graduated order with a clear central focus. The exquisite stones span the green palette, creating a color story closely associated with Cerrillos deposits, long prized for their rich hues and natural variation. Their high-luster surface and exceptionally preserved condition give the bracelet a refined presence.

The silverwork is restrained but assured. A heavy-gauge twisted flat-wire shank gives the cuff structure and tactile movement, while two small hand-chased eagle appliqués flank the side stones with quiet symmetry. With a 1" face and a high profile, this cuff has presence without becoming oversized. It's an elegant choice as a stand-alone or for layered pairings. Timeless and quietly expressive, it reflects the subtle confidence of mid-century Native American silverwork.

Hallmark & Maker Notes:

This bracelet is unsigned and carries no silver purity stamp, a practice consistent with the norm of the period. The absence of a maker's mark is also common in pre-1970s silversmithing, when pieces were made for tourists, trading posts, and curio markets, with an emphasis on designs, wearability, and production rather than individual maker identification.

The attribution is based on the bracelet’s overall language. The three-stone layout, measured ornament, wearable proportion, and controlled design are elements associated with late Harvey-era silverwork created for understated sophistication rather than authorship. 

At a Glance:

A substantial Native American turquoise cuff with strong visual balance
Turquoise cabochon consistent with Nevada material
Strong and minimalist shank
Understated feather appliqués flank the centerpiece stone
Construction and design aligned with Navajo work

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver (unmarked)
  
• Vivid blue-green turquoise with golden-brown matrix
• Heavy-gauge silver construction
• Split-shank design
• Applied chased feather motifs
• Unsigned
• Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium statement cuff with grounded presence.
• Turquoise: 1 11/16" x 1" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 2 1/16"
• Inside length: 5 1/2" 
• Gap: 1 1/16"
• Total inside circumference: 6 9/16" (L per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 63.4 grams
  

ABOUT THIS PIECE:

This bracelet is built around a single commanding stone.

The cabochon presents a saturated blue-green field on a golden-brown host rock, a characteristic often associated with Nevada turquoise. The matrix forms irregular islands across the surface, creating contrast and depth without visual weight.

The surrounding silverwork remains restrained, with a quiet, smooth finish that emphasizes the stone. The open split shank balances the composition while supporting the centerpiece. Applied feather motifs add texture and dimension, introducing a traditional Native American element within a controlled, uncluttered design. There's a clear sense of presence here, yet the cuff maintains a composed profile. It reads as a bold single-stone piece with defined structure and proportion.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors of Navajo turquoise jewelry
• Those drawn to bold matrix patterns
• Anyone who appreciates medium-size statement cuffs
• Southwestern, Western, and elevated Boho-Chic styling
• Pairing with turquoise rings or wearing as a single focal piece

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Overview:

Late Fred Harvey era Silver Arrow sterling silver cuff bracelet, featuring a high-grade natural turquoise cabochon and complex silverwork throughout. Hallmarked and exceptionally well preserved for the period.

At a Glance:

Late Fred Harvey era sterling silver cuff bracelet by Silver Arrow
High-grade turquoise consistent with Nevada material
Intricate silverwork throughout
Split shank construction
Museum-worthy piece with exceptional vintage preservation

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Circa 1940s
• Natural turquoise with vivid teal-blue color and dark rust-brown matrix
• Cabochon bordered by alternating silver beads and hollow circular appliqués
• Split shank construction with period-appropriate stampwork
• Applied panels with raindrop beads & rope wire accents 
• Hallmarked by the maker
• Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: domed stone profile — visually substantial without oversized weight
• Turquoise: 7/8" x 1" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 1 1/2"
• Inside length: 5 5/8”
• Gap: 7/8”
• Total inside circumference: 6 1/2” (M )
• Weight: 35.7 grams

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At a Glance:

Five-stone turquoise row cuff bracelet by Navajo silversmith Guy Hoskie
Stones visually consistent with Royston district material
Intricate stampwork extending across the cuff shoulders
Balanced medium statement cuff with strong collector appeal

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Five natural turquoise cabochons with blue-green & deeper green tones
  
• Deep hand-stamping & vintage revival oxidation
• Heavy-gauge sterling silver construction
• Hallmarked by the maker
• Condition: Excellent — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium statement cuff with pronounced presence
• Center turquoise: 1" x 1/2" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 7/8"
• Inside length: 5 1/2”
• Gap: 7/8”
• Total inside circumference: 6 3/8" (S per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 63.5 grams
  

ABOUT THIS PIECE:

This signed Guy Hoskie cuff presents a five-stone turquoise composition with strong visual rhythm and clear material presence. The cabochons move through shades of blue, green, and deeper moss tones, each marked by its own matrix patterning. Rather than aiming for strict uniformity, the bracelet allows that natural variation to become part of the design, creating a Royston-associated palette with depth, contrast, and cohesion.

The silverwork is deliberate and structurally strong. Each stone is set in a smooth bezel, framed with twisted wire, and distributed across a raised outer plate, creating a subtle sense of dimension over the solid inner cuff. Deep stampwork continues through the shoulders and out to the terminals, extending the visual interest well beyond the central setting. The result is a controlled surface work that supports the stones and gives the bracelet a fully resolved profile from end to end, without excess.

The piece reads as confident rather than overstated. Its strength comes from proportion, surface, and material balance: substantial silver, well-chosen turquoise, and stampwork used with purpose. For collectors of signed Navajo jewelry, it offers the combination that matters most—strong stones, convincing structure, and a fully integrated design.

ARTISAN NOTE:

Guy Hoskie is a Navajo silversmith whose work is associated with deep stampwork, substantial silver construction, and strong set-stone compositions. Southwestern galleries consistently identify him as Sunshine Reeves’ brother-in-law, placing him within a family circle known for heavily worked silver and bold stamp patterns. Market-circulated biographies also suggest that he learned the craft from or alongside relatives, especially Sunshine Reeves and Andy Cadman.

Other biographical details repeated across dealer and gallery sources remain unverified. These include claims that he worked for the Navajo Tribe in Window Rock from 1975 to 2000 while making jewelry on the side, became a full-time artisan in the early 1990s, was born in 1952, was born in Fort Defiance, Arizona, later lived in Window Rock, and had family and military ties noted in dealer biographies. These points may offer useful directions for future research, but they should not be treated as independently confirmed.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors of signed Navajo silverwork with strong stampwork traditions
• Royston turquoise collections focused on natural color variation
• Curated bracelet groupings anchored by a central statement cuff
• Anyone who appreciates substantial, bench-fabricated Southwestern silverwork 

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Overview:

Circa 1970s, unsigned Navajo sterling silver cuff bracelet with turquoise chip mosaic inlay, a central wheel design, hand-engraved crescent borders, and a heavy-gauge convex shank.

At a Glance:

Vintage heavy-gauge turquoise chip inlay cuff consistent with Navajo work
Central turquoise wheel mosaic with flanking half panels
Crescent-textured engraved border & accents
One-of-a-kind period example — 89.5 grams

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Inlaid crushed polychrome turquoise chips
• Heavy-gauge convex shank
• Engraved borders and terminals 
• Construction & design consistent with 1970s Navajo silverwork
• Unsigned
• Condition: Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium with broad coverage and low profile
• Face width: 1 1/2"
• Inside length: 5 1/2"
• Gap: 1 3/16"
• Total inside circumference: 6 11/16" (S per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 89.5 grams
  

ABOUT THIS PIECE: 

This vintage Navajo cuff centers on a repeating constellation of turquoise mosaics, each composed of small fragments of crushed stone fitted into hand-cut silver channels. Known as chip inlay, the method became a defining style in Navajo silversmithing in the 1970s and is closely associated with the work of the Singer family, especially Tommy Singer.

The wide sterling cuff began as a heavy sheet of silver, and it was subsequently hand-engraved before the stones were applied. The arched cuts provide a visual interruption to the inlay work, adding movement and depth across the shank. The crisp-textured crescents also appear along the borders and at the terminals, giving continuity to the composition. The result is a restrained design: a full central inlaid circle flanked by half-panels that highlight the varied hues of the stones and unify the cuff through symmetry and rhythm. 

As the cuff turns on the wrist, the surface shifts between precise geometry and sharply cut texture, giving the bracelet presence without relying on size or heavy ornamentation. Decades of wear have left a deep patina that emphasizes the engraved detail and contrast against the blue palette.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors drawn to early chip inlay work
• Navajo handmade jewelry collections
• Anyone who appreciates artisan mosaic jewelry
• Everyday wear with weight and presence
• Wearers who favor pattern over single-stone focus

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At a Glance

Design: Native American signed wide turquoise cuff bracelet with heavy-gauge sterling construction, openwork sides, and crisp, measured silverwork
Stone: Large turquoise cabochon consistent with Pilot Mountain material
Color: Vivid blue-green turquoise with copper-brown matrix and strong natural variation
Accent: Hand-notched bezel, stampwork, chased linear cuts, small perforations, and triangular cut-out accents
Metal: .925 sterling silver
Artist: Signed Fred Guerro | Navajo silversmith Fred Guerro Senior
Era: Circa 1980s
Status: Signed heavy Navajo turquoise cuff bracelet
Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Specifications:

• Wear scale: large statement cuff with substantial wrist presence
• Turquoise: 1 3/4" x 1" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: approx. 2"
• Inside length: 5 7/8"
• Gap: 1 3/8"
• Total inside circumference: 7 1/4" (L per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 139.2 grams

Gallery Note:

This Fred Guerro cuff has the bold, disciplined presence collectors look for in late-20th-century Navajo silverwork. The large oval turquoise cabochon anchors the design with vivid blue-green color and broad copper-brown matrix, creating strong natural contrast without excess ornament.

The silverwork is measured and graphic. A hand-notched bezel frames the stone, while crisp stampwork, chased linear cuts, small perforations, and triangular openwork give the wide cuff movement, depth, and visual relief. Polished silver planes keep the composition clean, allowing the stone and construction to carry the piece.

From the side, the bracelet reveals its architecture: a high-profile stone setting, thick tapering shank, smooth interior, and substantial gauge. At 139.2 grams, it has the weight and presence of a serious statement cuff, while the openwork keeps the design from feeling visually heavy.

Built with strong turquoise character, confident bench work, and collector-scale weight, this cuff is a powerful example for those drawn to substantial Navajo bracelets with clarity, structure, and presence.

Hallmark & Maker Notes:

This bracelet is signed FRED GUERRO and carries a STERLING stamp. Reference and market examples associate this full Fred Guerro signature with Fred Guerro Sr., Navajo silversmith, distinguishing it from Fred Guerro Jr. examples that are commonly marked with a junior designation or FG Jr.

Fred Guerro Sr. was born on November 14, 1934, and lived a long life shaped by family, faith, work, and craft. Although he is widely identified as a Diné/Navajo, biographical references describe him as Chishi, Apache Clan, born for Áshiihí, Salt People Clan, reflecting Navajo clan identification rather than a separate primary tribal attribution. He spent much of his life in Alamo, with periods in To’hajiilee and Socorro, and passed away in Albuquerque on November 21, 2020.He spent most of his life in Alamo, with periods in To’hajiilee and Socorro. He passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on November 21, 2020, leaving behind a large family, a strong local memory, and a body of jewelry that continues to circulate among collectors.

By all accounts, Fred was the kind of man people remembered vividly. He was known for his humor, storytelling, teasing nature, and generosity. He opened his home to people who needed a place to stay, a place to recover, or simply a little steady ground. He was also deeply committed to his Christian faith, known for quoting scripture and encouraging others to know it well. That mix of warmth, conviction, and wit seems to have stayed with those who knew him best.

He was not only a silversmith; he also worked with his hands in other demanding trades, building houses, often in adobe, and taking on fence-building jobs that carried him across New Mexico. Family members remembered traveling with him for work and hunting, listening to his stories along the way. That kind of life matters when looking at his jewelry. His pieces do not feel detached from the world of labor, land, and daily use. They tend to have presence, weight, and a practical confidence that sits well within late-20th-century Navajo jewelry.

Reference sources and collector literature associate Fred Guerro’s work with stamp and file work, shadowbox construction, and set-stone jewelry. Reported hallmarks include F G, Fred G, and the previously mentioned "Fred Guerro" appearing in either stamped or inscribed form. Online examples of his signed jewelry also suggest a preference for substantial silver, bold stone presentation, and collector-scale forms, especially cuffs and other statement pieces. What makes his work appealing is that it does not need exaggerated language. The better pieces speak clearly on their own: strong silver, decisive stones, and a direct design sense that feels rooted rather than ornamental. 

At a Glance:

Signed M BAHE sterling silver butterfly cuff attributed to Marie Bahe
Wide mosaic-inlaid butterfly centerpiece with matching side panels
Vivid color contrast framed by silver beadwork
Notable collector example of inlay work attributed to Marie Bahe

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Inlay work with turquoise, mother-of-pearl, coral, black and ivory-tone materials
• Butterfly motif and side panels framed by beaded wire appliqué
• Strong triple-split shank construction with clean interior finish
• Hallmarked by the silversmith
  
• Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium statement cuff
• Centerpiece inlay: 1 1/2" x 2"
• Face width: 1 5/8"
• Inside length: 5 1/16"
• Gap: 1 1/4"
• Total inside circumference: 6 5/16" (S per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 52.3 grams
  

ABOUT THIS PIECE:

This sterling silver cuff centers on a colorful butterfly inlaid mosaic set on a wide triple-split shank, an engaging piece that brings together a motif long appreciated in Native American culture with a Navajo interpretation of an inlay technique most closely associated with Zuni work. The matching side panels extend the mosaic design across the wrist, while beaded wire appliqués add texture and definition, complementing the piece's clean geometry. 

The inlay combines turquoise, mother-of-pearl, coral, black stone (likely jet or onyx), and an ivory-tone material with soft orange hues, arranged in curved and angular segments. The layout is consistent with stone-on-stone inlay, a technique that requires precise cutting and fit. Smooth silver surfaces provide a restrained backdrop for the mosaic, allowing the color contrast and symmetry to carry the composition.

The triple-split construction gives the bracelet width while maintaining an open, balanced feel. The combination of careful stonework, measured silverwork, and clear structure contributes to the bracelet’s collector appeal.

Signed pieces attributed to Marie Bahe appear publicly more often in turquoise-set sterling forms than in mosaic inlay. Within that visible market record, this butterfly cuff stands out as a rarer example. Accordingly, the attribution to Marie Bahe rests solely on the maker’s mark and comparison with other pieces sold under her name, rather than on stylistic analysis.

ARTISAN NOTE:

Marie Bahe is identified in available hallmark references as a Navajo maker. Public biographical information appears limited, and no reliable published source has been found that directly connects her to the well-known silversmith Tom Bahe or to another documented Bahe jewelry lineage. However, the Bahe surname appears repeatedly in contexts related to Navajo jewelry, including exhibits, markets, and secondary sales platforms, suggesting that jewelry making is a recurring association among individuals who carry the name.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors of signed Native American jewelry
• Admirers of butterfly motifs and figural jewelry
• Anyone with an appreciation for inlay-focused jewelry
• Wearing as a statement Southwestern cuff with denim, black, ivory, or other clean solid tones

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At a Glance:

Heavy sterling silver Navajo cuff with commanding turquoise centerpiece
Turquoise cabochon consistent with Morenci material
Stamped leaves & twisted wire frame add a strong traditional profile
Collector-oriented cuff built around a high-impact stone

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Saturated blue turquoise with dark brown matrix & pyrite
• Clean, heavy silver construction with bold split shank 
• Smooth bezel framed with twisted wire
• Crisp crescent stamps applied to leaf motifs 
• Unsigned hand-fabrication associated with Navajo silversmithing
• Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: substantial presence with balanced proportions 
• Turquoise: 2 3/16" x 1 3/8" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 2 5/8"
• Inside length: 5 1/4"
• Gap: 7/8”
• Total inside circumference: 6 1/8” (S per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 105 grams 
  

ABOUT THIS PIECE:

This substantial Native American cuff centers on a 98-carat turquoise cabochon associated with the Morenci mine based on its vivid blue color, matrix patterning, and pyrite-bearing character. Under that attribution, the material would have been mined before 1984 from one of the Southwest’s most storied and increasingly scarce turquoise sources. 

The setting is bold without feeling crowded. A twisted wire bezel draws the eye inward, while a smooth outer border keeps the frame clean and in harmony with the cabochon's active patterning. Large leaf appliqués at the shoulders introduce a traditional Southwestern note and give the mount a more sculptural outline without competing with the stone.

Crafted from heavy-gauge silver, the cuff is built with an open split shank for a balanced profile on the wrist. At 105 grams, it has the kind of weight collectors expect from a serious vintage cuff (likely 1970s-1980s), pairing statement scale with controlled proportions.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors of American turquoise jewelry
• Anyone who appreciates turquoise with strong patterns and pyrite 
• Curated bracelet groupings anchored by a central statement cuff
• Bench-fabricated Southwestern Native American silverwork 

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At a Glance

Design: Native American signed spiderweb turquoise cuff bracelet with clean three-tine Navajo construction and a stone-forward face
Stone: Spiderweb turquoise cabochon consistent with Indian Mountain
Color: Soft green and faint teal cells moving through dark brown host rock
Accent: Decorative segmented outer border
Metal: .925 sterling silver (unmarked)
Artist: Signed G | Gilbert Damon, Navajo silversmith
Era: Late 20th century (1970-80s)
Status: Signed Navajo spiderweb turquoise cuff bracelet
Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Specifications:

• Wear scale: visually bold cuff with a comfortable open fit and strong centerpiece presence
• Stone: 1 5/8" x 1 5/16" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 1 7/8"
• Inside length: 5 1/4"
• Gap: 1 1/4"
• Total inside circumference: 6 1/2"
• Weight: 60.8 grams

Gallery Note:

This signed Navajo cuff is defined by its turquoise: a richly webbed cabochon with teal-green cells moving through dark brown host rock. A complex and yet well-balanced matrix, with enough open green ground for the stone to read clearly and hold its presence on the wrist.

Damon’s silverwork keeps the setting clean and focused. A sawtooth bezel secures the cabochon and adds fine texture at the edge, while the stepped geometric border gives the face structure without crowding the stone. The three-tine shank is smooth, open, and deliberately understated, letting the turquoise remain the center of the design.

Reference and market examples more commonly associate Damon with chip inlay, making this large bezel-set spiderweb turquoise cuff a less common example of his documented range. For collectors, that contrast adds to its appeal — a signed Damon Gilbert in a stone-forward setting with restrained Navajo construction is a rare find. 

Collector-minded without excess, this cuff earns its presence through the character of the stone and the clarity of the silverwork design.

Hallmark & Maker Notes:

This bracelet is signed with Gilbert Damon's hallmark — a stylized capital G, also associated in reference materials with the initials GD. His angular initial signature is reported to have been introduced around 1975, supporting the late-20th-century placement of this piece.

Damon was born June 20, 1930, in Fort Defiance, Arizona, into the Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People Clan), born for Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water Clan). He attended BIA Indian School in Fort Defiance, the Albuquerque Indian School, and Chilocco Indian School in Chilocco, Oklahoma.

He served in the Korean War — one of approximately 10,000 Native Americans who answered that call, many of them veterans of World War II as well, whose service and sacrifice remain an enduring part of this nation's history. He later spent 20 to 25 years employed with the Navajo Forest Products Industry in the Sawmill region in Arizona. He was a silversmith and family man who loved his children. He passed away on April 15, 2016, in Payson, Arizona.

Reference materials and market examples most commonly document Damon's work in chip inlay — crushed turquoise, coral, and related materials set into recessed silver channels, often with etched or oxidized geometric backgrounds. Authentic signed Damon pieces now enter the market through estate and secondary channels.

At a Glance:

Heavy 114 grams Navajo turquoise & sterling cuff signed Elouise Kee
Dark green turquoise consistent with Royston district material
Kee's signature negative space design
Collector example with a unique single stone design & disciplined profile

Bracelet Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Deep green cabochon with mossy tones and pale tan matrix
• Cutout shadowbox face 
• Beadwire framing, chasing, and stampwork
• Wide tapered cuff in heavy-gauge sterling silver
• Hallmarked by the silversmith
• Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Bracelet Specifications:

• Wear scale: substantial weight with balanced proportions
• Turquoise: 1 13/16" x 1 1/8" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 2 1/2"
• Inside length: 5 1/2"
• Gap: 1 5/16"
• Total inside circumference: 6 13/16" (M per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 114.8 grams

ABOUT THIS PIECE:

This commanding Native American cuff centers on a dark green turquoise cabochon with forest and mossy tones surrounding islands of pale tan matrix. The color palette is deeper and moodier than the brighter blue and green material more often associated with the Royston district, giving the stone a different kind of presence — richer, earthier, and more grounded. Its size and saturated body color make it a very strong visual anchor.

Around the stone, the design is organized with precision. A smooth bezel, framed by beadwire, defines the cabochon, while the cutout shadowbox gives the piece an open aesthetic and creates contrast between the shiny silver planes and the recessed negative space. The cutout work— an element often associated with Elouise Kee’s signature style — and the radiating chased lines and stampwork guide the eye outward from the center, drawing attention to the maker's skilled silverwork.

The shank is built from heavy-gauge sterling silver and adorned with oversized flanking forms that give the mount a structured, almost architectural rhythm without overwhelming the stone. At 114.8 grams, it has the substance prized by many collectors of vintage Native work, with a profile that remains composed without excess.

ARTISAN NOTE:

Available reference material identifies Elouise Kee as a Navajo silversmith associated with Gallup, New Mexico, and as married to Eugene Belone, whom she is described as having taught the craft of jewelry making and silversmithing. Jewelry attributed to Kee is admired for refined sterling silverwork, crisp detail, and carefully selected turquoise, including material represented as Kingman and Royston. Her work reflects a confident design voice grounded in traditional Navajo silversmithing, balancing strong form with measured ornament. Family information published in Gerald Gene Belone’s January 2025 obituary names Elouise Kee and Gene Belone as his parents, confirming that she was living at least as of early 2025. The obituary also notes that Gerald was preceded in death by his brother, Dewayne Belone, suggesting additional family loss, though such details should be treated with care beyond the obituary itself. While we have not located a definitive public source confirming her current production status, her jewelry continues to appear in recent market offerings, reflecting ongoing visibility and collector interest.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors of signed Navajo cuffs
• Turquoise enthusiasts drawn to green cabochons
• Collections focused on statement silverwork
• Elevated Western attire, denim, black, and earth-toned wardrobes

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At a Glance:

Design: Native American three-panel hinged bracelet with multi-stone turquoise clusters and deeply oxidized hand-chased borders
Stone: 21 turquoise cabochons with natural appearance consistent with Nevada material
Color: Vivid blue palette from sky-blue to saturated blue and teal, with minimal to warm brown matrix across select stones
Accent: Silver beads and wing motif appliqués at the terminals
Metal: .925 sterling silver, unmarked
Attribution: Construction and design associated with Navajo silverwork
Era: Mid-to-late 20th century
Status: Unsigned vintage turquoise cluster bracelet with no silver stamp
Condition: Very Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium-width bracelet with strong wrist coverage
• Largest stone: 9/16" × 3/8" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 2"
• Inside length: 7 1/4" 
• Clasp: box
• Wearable inside circumference: approx. 6 5/8" (M per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 97.1 grams

Gallery Note:

This bracelet is built as a three-part composition rather than a single broad face. The center panel uses a dominant oval cabochon as its focal point, while the flanking panels carry tighter stone groupings that extend the color across the wrist. The turquoise reads clean and vivid overall, with enough tonal movement to keep the cluster lively without disrupting the bracelet’s symmetry.

The dark oxidized finish adds depth around the stonework and brings contrast to the raised silver details. Its panel construction gives the bracelet flexibility and a more tailored fit than a rigid wide cuff, while the terminal decoration visually widens the piece without making it feel overbuilt.

At 97.1 grams with a 2" face, this is a substantial vintage cluster bracelet with strong collector appeal. The box clasp closes flush and secure, and the overall condition reflects a piece that has been worn with care.

Hallmark & Maker Notes:

This bracelet carries no hallmark, maker’s stamp, or silver purity mark. The Navajo attribution is observational and supported by the three-panel hinged construction, dense multi-stone cluster layout, hand-chased and applied silverwork details, oxidized finish, and mid-to-late 20th century fabrication character.

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At a Glance:

Design: Native American signed spiderweb turquoise cluster cuff bracelet with polished heavy-gauge solid shank
Stone: Natural spiderweb turquoise consistent with Turquoise Mountain material
Color: Sky-blue and pale blue stones with green spots and dense brown and golden spiderweb matrix
Accent: Silver beads at the stone settings
Metal: .925 sterling silver
Artist: Signed M. Spencer | Navajo silversmith Mary Ann Spencer, Gallup, NM
Era: Late 20th century
Status: Signed Navajo turquoise cluster cuff and maker-labeled
Condition: Excellent — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide

Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium-width cuff with substantial visual presence
• Largest turquoise: 3/4" × 9/16" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 1 9/16"
• Inside length: 5 7/8" 
• Gap: 1 1/2"
• Total inside circumference: 7 3/8" (L per SCJ size guide)
• Weight: 92 grams

Gallery Note:

Twelve natural spiderweb turquoise cabochons are set in two staggered rows across the center face — rounded ovals, elongated forms, and tighter cabochons positioned so the color and web pattern travel naturally from one stone to the next. The ground shifts from soft sky-blue to blue-green, with pale blue passages and green spotting laced by a fine web of golden to red-brown matrix. Each carries its own character; together they read as a carefully chosen suite.

Spiderweb patterning is among the most sought expressions of Turquoise Mountain material, and this cluster shows why — the webbing is fine, consistent, and distributed across stones of genuine visual range rather than selected for uniformity.

A polished heavy-gauge shank rises cleanly beneath the cluster, bright and substantial against the aged complexity of the turquoise. Silver beads punctuate the settings without crowding them, and the bezels are tight and even — the confident, finished presence collectors look for in Mary Ann Spencer's work.

Hallmark & Maker Notes:

The shank is stamped “M. SPENCER Sterling,” Mary Ann Spencer’s recognized hallmark. An accompanying adhesive label reading “MARY ANN SPENCER TURQ MNTN” identifies both the maker and the stated turquoise source. Turquoise Mountain is a trade name associated with material from the Kingman, Arizona region; in this listing, the stone attribution is supported by the accompanying label and the bracelet’s visual character rather than independent gemological verification. For a vintage or pre-loved piece, that kind of surviving material notation is a meaningful collector detail.

Spencer is a Navajo silversmith based in Gallup, New Mexico. Market and gallery biographies commonly note that she learned silversmithing at age 13 within a working artist community on the Navajo reservation. Her multi-stone cluster cuffs are among her most recognized and collected formats, and her work appears regularly in the Southwest gallery and trading-post market.

Collectors and dealers often associate Spencer’s work with heavy-gauge sterling construction, strong turquoise selection, and clean, confident fabrication. This cuff reflects those qualities through its substantial shank, even bezels, balanced stone placement, and polished finish.

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