FRED HARVEY ERA BRACELET *OLD TOURIST ERA *STERLING SILVER FROM HAMMERED INGOT*

Western Trading Post

$325.00
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WTP.BR796

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Description: The Fred Harvey era refers to Native Jewelry items made in the early 1950s back to around the turn of the last century. Mostly they were sold to tourists on the railroads and later, the highways. This one was made from sterling silver ingots, melted down and hammered into shape (as is evident in the slight porousness/grainy silver on the reverse and the heftier weight in the shanks). This great old bracelet features 3 very nice turquoise cabochons and hand stamp work. Tested positive as Sterling (.925).  

Maker: Most likely Navajo made, but there is no maker's mark (as was common of most Native jewelry from this era).  

Approx. Age: Vintage (Circa 1930s - 50s).

Size: Inside circumference measures just under 5 3/4 inches plus there is a 1 inch gap (making it fit an approx. 6 3/4" wrist). It is 1 inch across at it's widest point. Weighs 27.9g

Condition: Vintage, good for it's age, normal wear expected.

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