Lot 3

C. 1950s Navajo Sand Cast Turquoise Cuff

Estimate: $500 - $900

Bid Increments

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$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,500 $250
$5,000 $500
$7,000 $1,000
The lot features a late pawn Navajo sand-cast bracelet dating to circa 1950s. It is set at the top with a beautiful cabochon of Turquoise. The bracelet has a solid heavy sterling silver construction with nice original patina, stamped design at the end and signed "W". The top shows a silver setting set with Royston mine Turquoise. There is a small crack at the top but appears to be solid. The bracelet has the original Sundog collection museum number of BV0818. Provenance: From the renowned Sundog Fine Art Bozeman, Montana collection and acquired by Bruce VanLandingham. Mr. VanLandingham was a pillar in the American Indian collecting community and a respected expert. Along with being an avid collector, Bruce also was the sole owner of Sundog Fine Art Gallery in Bozeman, which was both part museum and gallery. Measures 6 5/8" inside circumference wrist size which includes the 1.25"W opening. Box measurements of 2.75"L by 2"W by 1 3/8"D. Total weight of 60.2 grams.*