Old Pawn Inlaid Turquoise Silver Watch Cuff by Nelson Lee 2192

Old Pawn Navajo Inlaid Turquoise Silver Watch Cuff

This Old Pawn Navajo Inlaid Turquoise Silver Watch Cuff by Nelson Lee was owned by a major, California dealer & collector of high-end Native American jewelry. This traditional display also includes Jet. Set in heavy gauge Sterling with twist wire and a hand hammered border. This will best fit a 6" to 6-1/2" wrist. It's 1-3/4" wide and is signed in electric pencil, circa 1960's. In good used condition, there are a few small chips in the Turquoise on one side. This Old Pawn Navajo Inlaid Turquoise Silver Watch Cuff is one of a kind!

Although no information is available for Nelson, he is referenced in Hougart's "Native American & Southwestern Hallmarks". His immediate & extended family members are referenced in Wright's "Hallmarks of the Southwest", Schaaf's "American Indian Jewelry I and II".

Your correct wrist size: you must measure the circumference of your wrist. You can use a cloth tape measure, a ¼” strip of paper or a cord to wrap around your wrist and mark it. Lay it out flat and measure the length against a ruler, that’s your exact circumference and the size you wear.