Sterling Silver and Kingman Turquoise Cuff Raymond Yazzie/Running Bear
Bold, brilliant, and unmistakably Native American — this stunning sterling silver cuff commands attention the moment it catches the light. At its heart sits a large oval Kingman turquoise cabochon in vivid sky blue, encircled by a twisted rope bezel and surrounded by a full border of hand-stamped star shots that radiate outward like a sunburst frame. The result is a centerpiece that feels both regal and rooted in tradition.
Flanking the center, the shank splits into three twisted rope silver bands that flow toward the terminals, where clusters of three turquoise stones — one teardrop and two oval cabochons — are set in simple bezels, echoing the color of the main stone. The side profile reveals silver bead accents and additional stampwork details that reward every angle.
This is a heirloom-quality cuff with serious presence — the kind of piece that gets handed down.
This piece is attributed to Navajo artist Raymond Yazzie and bears the Running Bear hallmark, reflecting the tradition of family and workshop collaboration common in Native American silversmithing.
Details:
- Artist: Raymond Yazzie / Running Bear (Navajo)
- Material: Sterling Silver with natural Kingman Turquoise
- Inner circumference: Approximately 5-1/2" with a 1" gap (total 6-1/2")
- Center stone: Large oval Kingman turquoise in twisted rope bezel with starshots surround
- Terminal stones: Turquoise teardrop and oval clusters at each end
- Shank: Triple twisted rope sterling silver bands
Authentic Native American, Handmade