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:

This truly has "WOW FACTOR" & is one VERY sophisticated cuff! No this isn't an ornate cuff with a lot of flourishing fancy wire work, or having a lot of appliqués that we generally see in Navajo cuffs..It says everything it's suppose to say with the sole beauty of 7 large size cuts of Lapis that sit atop of a strikingly beautiful sterling shank.

The gorgeous oval cuts of lapis are all precisely matched in color & which dominate the spotlight.They sit on a wide-heavy 10 gauge sterling shank that was made wide enough so the large cuts can lay 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 medium sized wrist that's on the larger side.. This is NOT adjustable.Please know your wrist size before purchasing since cuffs fit different than any other type bracelet, it is important they fit right! If you need help,please don't hesitate to contact me!! Please click on this link to see if this will fit: How To Fit A Cuff