Sugilite, 14K & Silver Bracelet, Vintage, Large & Heavy - Herbert Begaye, Navajo

Description

In Brief
Large bracelet has solid 14K appliqued designs and a dark-purple square sugilite cabochon
Gauge of metals is very substantial
Central stone is flanked with a prayer fan on each side and solid (not hollow) "raindrops"
All decorative elements are 14K, except for the silver bezel around the stone. Twist wire is 14K
Long strips of gold on either side terminate with stamped designs in the silver
Gold elements are textured with file work
Bracelet is hallmarked "Herbert Begay," "Sterling" and "14K"
Length is 6 inches, plus a gap of 1 1/4 inches
See condition description above for details on this vintage bracelet
Herbert Begaye used to spell his last name without the terminal "e": Begay. We don't know why he changed the spelling, but it could be to differentiate himself from the many artists whose names are spelled Begay. We mention this to clarify any confusion as to his identity. We've been buying his work for about 25 years, and he has been Herbert Begaye for most or all of that time. His work is consistently exacting, and he always uses high-quality stones.
Years after the bracelet was made, he still uses this design. If new, it would cost 0-0, depending on the price of gold at the time, and there would probably be less of it than there is on this vintage one.
The understated design and dark-purple stone make this bracelet suitable for a man or a woman. Please note that it is a large size and would be somewhat difficult to adjust. (A jeweler with a padded vise could do it easily.) We suggest measuring a similar bracelet that fits well and comparing the measurements. Feel free to ask questions; we're glad to help.
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