Vintage Rare Sterling Silver Navajo Tufa Cast Turquoise Bangle Cuff 48.4 grams by the artisan Jack Adakai Old Pawn
$731.98 $861.16
Solid sterling silver, vintage Navajo tufa cast (sand cast) turquoise bangle cuff by renown artisan Jack Adakai. Beautiful bold details, as is the style of this type of high quality work. A stunning piece.
Dimensions of bangle:
Width 34mm (1.3")
Length of metal 6-6.5" approx
Internal dimensions 56mm x 42mm (2.2" x 1.8")
Gap 1.25" (slightly adjustable)
Weight 48.4 grams
This is too small for my 7.2" wrist, would suit a 5-6" wrist, check dimensions above.
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Jack Adakai. He was a renowned silversmith in the later half of his life - he took up his craft after fighting in the European-African Campaign during WWII.
There are some inaccurate information shown on southwestern jewelry stores about Jack Adakai - who was Navajo - included with his silver work. He was born in the 1920s and lived until the mid 1980s. He was a WW2 Veteran, a U.S. Army Combat Soldier. Jack Adakai was truly a survivor and a patriot for his country-he fought in some of the most grueling battles throughout Normandy, the Rhineland and the Ardennes and the Battle of the Bulge.
When he returned home from the Army he worked the rails roads, drove trucks and also began refining his silversmithing skills. He became well known for his old school traditional style silver and heavy gauge jewelry.
Jack Adakai was able to pass on his silversmithing skills to his son Ray Adakai. Ray’s traditional Navajo Jewelry reflects designs echoing from the old school Navajo silversmithing.
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I gladly accept returns and exchanges
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Ship items back to me within: 14 days of delivery
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The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
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Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
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Custom and personalised orders
I accept custom requests and personalised options where available.
Bespoke customs designs are agreed before payment. Custom items are non refundable.
Sizing details
I make all my handmade rings, bracelets and pendants to the size requested at checkout. For vintage items, especially bracelets and bangle cuffs please check all measurements in the listing description. Checking sizes against your own jewellery is a good way also to confirm the fit. Please get in contact if you need any help with sizing.
Care instructions
I have a blog on my website (below) on how to care for jewellery. I also supply a free polishing cloth for most orders.
https://yougotthesilveruk.patternbyetsy.com/post/159974548155/a-few-tips-and-info-on-how-to-clean
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I currently don't offer wholesale quantity as my handmade items are carefully priced. But I will consider requests.
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I process and ship vintage and already manufactured items in 1-3 working days. Handmade items, made to a specific size are shipped within 5 to 7 working days. (Weekends excluded)
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