MATERIALS:
Sterling silver and man made Opal.
MEASUREMENTS:
The inner bracelet circumference measures approximately 5-1/4", plus a 1" opening, and 5/8" at widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
You will absolutely fall in love with the details in this stunning bracelet! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo, handcrafted by artist Bessie Joe out of genuine sterling silver and man made Opal stones. A total of THREE stones are carefully placed in hand cut bezel settings, set upon hand crafted sterling silver flowers and scalloped leaves, while mini silver beads and delicate twisted silver can be seen accenting the bracelet for a marvelous look. The bracelet is stamped sterling and hallmarked.
Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it is a semi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water, and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning precious stone. Opal is birthstone of October. It is believed to release self-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens psychic and mystical qualities.
