Navajo Bow Guard Bracelet

Namebracelet

Mediumsilver, Bisbee turquoise

Dimensions3 1/8 × 2 15/16 × 2 3/8 in. (8 × 7.5 × 6.1 cm)

Credit LineGift of Don and Rita Morgan

CultureSouthwestern Indian | Navajo

InscribedJP (hallmark with J and P having the same vertical line, and placed on reverse of cuff on small square silver tile soldered to reverse of guard)

Object numberA2018-3-6

ClassificationsMay Collection

DescriptionHand fabricated cuff bracelet, in shape of curved bow guard, attached to five open wire shank that is solid at each end, with three large Bisbee turquoise cabochons set in plain bezels, soldered to front of central shield, with middle cabochon surrounded by four large silver drops; guard heavily stamped with cloud designs overall; two bars with twisted wire on sides of shank.

This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.