Description
J2016 B. Yazzie
Vintage sterling silver cuff by Navajo silversmith B. Yazzie. The 1” cuff has three bands of channel inlay with turquoise, lapis, coral and jet. The inside is 5 1/4” with a 1 1/4” gap. Hallmark: B Yazzie
Channel inlay is one of the most intricate techniques of jewelry making. An inlay base design is made and a rim of silver is soldered around the edges. Silver partitions are put in to form “boxes” for the cut stones to fit into. The Zuni Indians are known for their channel inlay jewelry.
