Vintage Zuni Sterling Silver Turquoise Watchband by Maryann & Felix Chavez

This extraordinary vintage watchband is a testament to the exceptional lapidary artistry of Maryann & Felix Chavez, celebrated Zuni silversmiths. Each tip features rows of vivid, hand-set turquoise cabochons in classic Zuni needlepoint-style bezels, framed by intricate hand-stamped sterling silver detailing. The tips are  connected to a flexible expansion-style metal band with a finely textured, crosshatch-engraved surface that catches the light beautifully.  Please see below for measurements and i-watch compatibility

A rare and wearable piece of Zuni jewelry history.

• Metal: Sterling silver tips with metal expansion band
• Stone: Turquoise cabochons (24 stones total)
• Tip length: 1¼" each
• Total unstretched length: Approx. 6" (3½" band + tips)
• Stretched length: Approx. 5" band + tips
• Compatibility: Pin-set watches or iwatch that has 22mm wide track/connector.  The watchband pin holder is 20mm (see photos)
• Artist: Maryann & Felix Chavez, Authentic Zuni Artisans
• Era: Vintage