Description
This is a 5-stone heavy sterling silver cuff bracelet with solid 18k gold settings and decorative items fused to the cuff. The center stone is rare Carico Lake apple green turquoise from Nevada. The blue stones are pure translucent gem silica from the Inspiration Mine in Arizona and the outer most stones are yellow chrysoberyl. The outside of the cuff has an oxidized (black) finish and the inside is polished silver. The bracelet is approx. 1 ” wide and more than 2mm thick (see photo with older U.S. dime for size/scale). It is a substantial piece with a heavy rich feel weighing more than 88 grams including more than 14 grams of 18k gold.
Learn more about Carico Lake Turquoise, and Gem Silica, at these links.
Size and Other Considerations: This is a 6″ cuff with a 1 1/8″ gap (6″ overall inside circumference). Buyers should see Sizing for information on how to measure your wrist for cuff bracelets such as this.
Care of This Piece: The outside of the cuff has an oxidized finish on it. Care should be taken when cleaning it not to use chemicals including polishing cloths that are impregnated with chemical cleaner as it will remove this oxidized finish.