Early Work by Navajo Artist Raymond Betsoi, ca Early 1970’s, Tufa Cast & Carinated Bracelet with Peyote Birds

ARTIFACT:

This is an Early Work by Navajo Artist Raymond Betsoi, ca Early 1970’s, Tufa Cast & Carinated Bracelet with Peyote Birds.

Raymond Betsoi is a master Navajo silversmith and lapidary recognized for his traditional handmade Native American jewelry. With over 50 years of experience, he is renowned for working with high-quality natural turquoise (like Kingman and Bisbee) and heavy sterling silver, utilizing classic techniques such as sandcasting (Tufa Cast) and detailed stone setting.

VINTAGE:

Circa Early 1970s.

SIZE:

Approximately:

1-5/8" in Center height & 3/8" in height edges. 

5-3/4" in length

Opening: 1-1/4" in wide.

Total arm fit to 7" + Length.

Weight: 50 Grams

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Tufa Cast, Navajo Silver, Lower Grade Blue Gem Turquoise

ATTACHMENT:

N/A.

MARKINGS:

BETSOI STERLING

ITEM NOTES:

 This is from a Native American Jewelry collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAEJX22 LGIEX05/24/26

CONDITION:

8+ (Excellent): The bracelet shows minor wear and some tarnish. Overall, it is in excellent condition.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.