Magnificent- Exceptionally Made! - LEANDER TAHE - Heavily Oxidized "Raised / Domed"- 9 Concho Sterling NAVAJO Cuff - Unisex - For 7.25" Wrist - 3.92 Oz.!
Magnificent- Exceptionally Made! - LEANDER TAHE - Heavily Oxidized "Raised / Domed"- 9 Concho Sterling NAVAJO Cuff - Unisex - For 7.25" Wrist - 3.92 Oz.!
UNISEX!
THE ARTIST:
Gallup based Navajo artisan Leander Tahe, is an artist who pushes the boundaries & shows no limit as to what he can do.. This qualified & highly creative artist can go from giving us these undeniable traditional Navajo pieces, but then can turn around & go completely modern on us.. But when it's all said & done, whatever he makes, he'll be sure to pour his whole heart & soul into each piece! His precision & attention to detail, impeccable repousse work are all something you'll immediately notice where you will never have to question how long he's been at it, because you will be able to see the years he has behind him in his work & what separates him from beginners...
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THE CUFF:
Impressively designed with a very architectural ambiance, this cuff shows the pristine beauty of Leander's work! This beauty screams "Navajo" & is beyond remarkably made!
Designed with Leander's signature heavily oxidized finished sterling, this cuff weighs a HEFTY just under 4 ounce weight.. It's made with a heavy gauge sterling shank that Leander used as the base for 3 twisted wires to lay atop of the shank, but the twisted wires are hidden by the hand made traditional conchos that you see on the exterior.. By raising the middle center wire is what gives this cuff the 'raised/domed/triangular' look it has, thus making this, one very unique looking cuff! (see especially photos 8,9,10)
There are 9 traditional Navajo conchos in it's entirety with there being 3 that are highly raised in the center & 3 conchos (per side) nearing the terminals that lay closer to the the shank.(see photo 10) Of course, all the conchos are made by the hands of Leander, where he shows his 'repousse' skills that he is actually a master at doing!This cuff stands appreciation for the skill & remarkable design!!!
My guess is the shank's made with possibly a 6 or maybe a 8 gauge sterling so it's very durable & not flimsy like the more inexpensive cuffs. It's made for a larger wrist size that either man or woman can wear (7-1/4") & because of it's 1.25" gap opening, this will accommodate a more 'fleshy' wrist that needs a little wider gap. If you're not sure of what wrist size you have, I suggest you click on "How To Fit A Cuff
** IN THE LAST 3 PHOTOS IS ANOTHER OF LEANDER’S CUFF THAT’S SIMILAR, BUT DIFFERS IN CONCHOS! (WATCH FOR THAT!) **
INFO:
ARTIST: Leander Tahe
TRIBE: Navajo
METAL: Sterling Silver
METAL FINISHING: Heavily Oxidized
WEIGHT:3.92 OUNCES (111 Grams)
WIDTH: 1"
INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS: 6"
GAP MEASUREMENT: 1.25"
(For a Larger size wrist - Total wrist size 7-1/4"~Read How To Fit A Cuff)
SHANKS 'INNER/ACROSS' MEASURMENT WHILE LAYING FLAT: 2-1/2"(You can use this measurement by placing a cuff that fits you well atop of a paper measure & see where it measures from west to east on the tape)
ADJUSTABLE: NO
HALLMARK: L. Tahe-Sterling
Comes gift Boxed
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SIGNATURE REQUIREMENT:
Anything with this kind of price tag, will have a mandatory signature confirmation requirement & will come insured.(This is reflected in the shipping price) . If you're not home in the day & need it shipped where it can be signed for,please change that in your "Ship To" section before I create the shipping label***I'm sorry if this may be an inconvenience, but I do not ship expensive pieces without one. This is for your safety & mine.
To know that this cuff will fit you, please refer to How To Fit A Cuff
