1940s Navajo Petrified Wood Bracelet Twisted Silver Rope Bands

1940s Navajo Petrified Wood Bracelet Twisted Silver Rope Bands This remarkable 1940s Diné (Navajo) cuff bracelet is a true piece of wearable art, featuring a large, polished oval of petrified wood. The stone is set in a simple bezel on an ornate, handcrafted sterling silver cuff. The bracelet’s design is a classic example of Diné silversmithing from the era, with intricate hand-stamped details on the wide, substantial band. This piece has a wonderful vintage patina that highlights the craftsmanship and age. While not marked, the bracelet has been tested and confirmed to be coin silver or higher. It has an inside circumference of approximately 6 1/3 inches, including the 1 1/8-inch gap, and the central medallion measures 24 mm wide.