$360.00
Versatile and grounded in tradition, this stamped cuff by Navajo silversmith Melvin Francis reflects an artist who refuses to be boxed into a single style. Known for moving fluidly between bold cluster work
Persian Turquoise | Sterling Silver
Versatile and grounded in tradition, this stamped cuff by Navajo silversmith Melvin Francis reflects an artist who refuses to be boxed into a single style. Known for moving fluidly between bold cluster work and clean, classic forms, Francis brings that same adaptability to this timeless piece.
At the center sits a single oval Persian turquoise stone, prized for its rich blue tone and natural character. The stone is set simply, allowing its color and subtle matrix to stand on their own without distraction.
The cuff itself is built with strong, balanced silverwork. Three bands run the length of the bracelet, each framed with precise hand-stamped detailing that gives the piece rhythm and structure. The finish is clean with a soft sheen, offering just enough contrast to highlight the depth of the stampwork.
Understated but confident, this is the kind of bracelet that works anywhere—rooted in classic Navajo design, yet easy to wear every day.
Bracelet Width – 7/8″
Bracelet Opening – 1 1/4″
Wrist Size – 6 1/2″
Weight – 1.8 ozt
1 in stock
It’s a familiar story in Native American jewelry: one generation passes the craft to the next. That’s how Navajo silversmith Melvin Francis got his start. From the time he was eight, Melvin sat at his father Ted Francis’s workbench—watching, helping, and slowly learning the skills that would shape his life. Today, Melvin still uses many of the same tools his late father once held in his hands.
