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This is a museum quality vintage Navajo all silver bracelet handmade by the famous artist, Manuel Hoyungwa. Manuel is one of the best pueblo artists in history, just look at those impeccable micro chisel patterns. Although he has produced some jewelry with coral and turquoise, more in the style of Navajo work, Hoyungowa is a master silversmith which is evident in his traditional Hopi silver overlay technique jewelry. Hoyungowa actually learned silver overlay technique from Preston Monongye (his uncle and another famous Hopi artisan) and the Institute Of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico. His hallmark is a strong rain cloud. This cuff is very wide, thick and sturdy. The intricacy of this piece is just remarkable. • Signed by Navajo artist, Manuel Hoyungwa. Sterling silver. Cir. 1980's+. Weight: 48.69 dwt