Sugalite Cuff by Navajo silversmith Albert Lee. This elegant textured sterling silver 1” cuff has a beautiful 1” x 1 3/8” Kingman Turquoise cabochon.
The Kingman Turquoise Mine is one of the oldest producing Turquoise mines in North America. It was discovered by Native Americans over 1000 years ago. Kingman Turquoise is known for its beautiful blue color and the mine produces many variations of blue turquoise. The mine also produces turquoise with a wonderful "Birdseye" or "Waterweb" matrix pattern along with beautiful Spiderweb matrix patterns.
From the Four Corners area of the Navajo reservation, Albert specializes in magnificent stones, set in designs that are inspired by tradition, but have a modern allure that is timeless. His jewelry has been featured in Ralph Lauren Ads.
About the artist
Albert Jake
Born in 1959 on the Zuni Pueblo, Albert Jake now resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico with his wife and two daughters. Albert learned the art of silver-smithing from his parents and began making jewelry in 1987. He specializes in traditional set stones and cluster jewelry with intricate stamp work in the old style of the 1930's/40's.
A man with many talents - artist, sandpainter and potter - Albert Jake first began to learn the art of silver-smithing from his sister Louise, then worked with for another company for several years and began making jewelry in 1987. Albert is renowned for the precise detail and execution of his work and for the fine natural stones which he always employs in his pieces. The stamp work is deep and clean; perfect in its repetition.
