Turquoise Bracelet

Without a doubt, bracelets are one of the oldest forms of turquoise jewelry, adorning the wrists of both the wealthy and royalty since ancient Egyptian times. Worn to beautify the wrists and arms of their wearer, turquoise bracelets are both simple and versatile, making them a popular jewelry accessory in all eras.

Cuff Bracelet Style

The turquoise cuff bracelet is one of the easiest styles to wear, due to its simple “C” shape. The cuff bracelet – most often a wide bracelet made of a stiff material such as metal, leather, or wood – is a flexible style that allows plenty of space along the cuff to feature stones such as turquoise, as well as personalization such as monograms. This style of bracelet is created throughout many cultures, with the Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni tribes producing some of the most recognizable and unique pieces

The Navajo style was originally built upon Moorish and Mexican design traditions, and over time became noted for its pairing of turquoise and silver, as well as its intricately stamped silver designs. The Zuni, who learned the art of silver from the Navajo, eventually created a style where silver was used as the base for precious stones. These designs are famous for their large size and fantastic use of colorful gemstones, including turquoise, coral, and lapis. The Zuni then taught the Hopi the art of silver, and the Hopi went on to create a beautiful silver overlay technique that is elegant and distinctive. Designs from all three tribes are beautiful additions to any jewelry collection.