On offer is an authentic, vintage NAVAJO hand wrought. 925 sterling silver "railroad rails" cuff bracelet.
This handsome cuff bracelet is hallmarked with the conjoined JMB of the artist maker JOHNNY MIKE BEGAY (deceased 1976). We believe it was created circa 1970 or perhaps earlier. Johnny Mike Begay was one of the most famous Navajo Native American jewelry artists of all time. He is the brother of the legendary Kenneth Begay who is credited with inventing the "railroad rails" technique. Johnny Mike worked with his brother Kenneth, and for White Hogan, Dean Kirk, and John Kennedy in Scottsdale, Arizona. His work was featured in the 2002 exhibit "Jewels of the Southwest" at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This important cuff bracelet was skillfully executed in the traditional NAVAJO technique with attention to detail and is in very good vintage condition (please see ALL photos for an accurate detailed depiction). This "railroad rails" cuff bracelet measures approx. The interior circumference is approx.6 5/8" TOTAL including 1 3/8" opening. It has a bit of flexibility for careful adjusting and weighs a hefty 27.4 grams. 925 sterling silver "railroad rails" cuff bracelet created by renowned, award winning artisan JOHNNY MIKE BEGAY would make an outstanding addition to any Twentieth Century Native American Silver Jewelry, JOHNNY MIKE BEGAY or Historic Cultural Arts and Crafts collection. We have been involved in the design and creation of contemporary jewelry at the undergraduate and postgraduate level since 1967.
In 1975 we opened a gallery of hand wrought fine art contemporary jewels and have since handled thousands of unique, one of a kind and limited edition pieces crafted predominantly by American artisans with a special emphasis on Native American Art. Will be determined upon request. We believe our photos and description to be an accurate testament.
Thus, ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Thanks for looking and good luck. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Bracelets & Charms". The seller is "rusfox" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
925 Sterling Silver