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NEW, NEVER WORN BLUE KINGMAN AND STERLING SILVER CUUF BRACELET

This handcrafted bracelet is the work of John (J.) Nelson, a renowned Navajo master silversmith who has been active since the 1970s. The piece features a genuine turquoise stone, specifically identified as Blue Kingman Turquoise, set in a sterling silver split-shank cuff.

About the Artist

• Heritage: Born in Winslow, Arizona, John Nelson learned silversmithing at the Albuquerque Indian School.
• Style: He is known for using high-quality turquoise from famous mines like Kingman, Royston, and Dry Creek, often finishing his silver with intricate hand-stamping and repoussé work.
• Signature: His authentic pieces are typically signed "J Nelson" or "John Nelson" and stamped "Sterling"

Characteristics and Origins

Blue Kingdom turquoise is prized by collectors and jewelry enthusiasts for several key features:

• Appearance: It is characterized by an intense, bright blue hue and striking, often dark, matrix patterns.
• Scarcity: This variety is considered scarce and is often mined in limited quantities from select regions globally.
• Association: Many high-quality "Kingdom" pieces feature stones from famous American mines, such as the Kingman Mine in Arizona
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