THE ARTIST:

Navajo/Zuni artist Al Jake's work demands a higher price than most & it's pretty obvious why..After all ,when you've been doing this for years & spending every day,all day making jewelry, how could you not be this good?? The one thing about Al, is he literally pours his soul into every piece, regardless of how big the piece is or how small, just so he can be sure each have the cleanest workmanship & it doesn't matter how long it takes, as long as it's 'done right'..

It takes a mathematical, analytical mind,a sense of paying close attention to detail to do what he does.. And with all the years he's put in, he definitely knows what he's doing & why he's doing it & never do you have to question how long he's has been at it, because you will see it in his work.. He is a "Above Average" artist that offers "Above Average" jewelry. All you need to see is that hallmark of his,to know you'll be owning a piece that you can cherish a lifetime,while being guaranteed only the highest grade stones & the most impeccable workmanship will be present..He has a reputable name for quality & is highly collectible.

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THE CUFF:

Displaying "WOW FACTOR", this is one VERY sophisticated, but yet every bit traditional, cuff! No this isn't an ornate cuff with a lot of flourishing fancy wire work, or having a lot of appliqués throughout that we generally see in Navajo cuffs..But It says everything it's suppose to say with the sole beauty of these 5 cuts of Russian CHAROITE that sit atop of a strikingly beautiful sterling shank.

The gorgeous & well matched cuts all precisely match in color/saturation. They sit on a wide-heavy 10 gauge sterling shank that was made wide enough so all the cuts can beautifully be laid along the center, while the perimeter shows off it's chiseled corrugated edges. The finishing is BEYOND gorgeous & plays a major role to it's overall aesthetic.

It has the perfect balance between stone & metal & even though it's hard to really feel the weight till you get it in hand, you will definitely 'feel' this one on the wrist!

Even though Native made, this is a showpiece that can be worn in OR out of the southwest & would go with a traditional Native collection as it will a contemporary!

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WRIST SIZE:

This is made for a wider sized wrist,but one that is not so "fleshy" since it has only a 1-1/8" gap opening.(A wrist that's fleshier would need a wider gap opening to put it on) This is NOT adjustable because of the heavy 10 gauge sterling. * **Since cuff's are one of the only bracelet's that have to fit right, it does help to know your wrist size..So please, before purchasing, please click on this link: How To Fit A Cuff **

If you love your jewelry to somewhat match, then check out the Philbert Secatero Charoite ring shown on the hand in photo 2 (Listed under "Rings") & although not listed yet,if you zoom in on photo 12,you'll find a beautifully designed Charoite pendant made by Albert.. If you need more info & have interest on the pendant before I get it listed, then please contact me!