Signed -Thomas Singer Navajo Vintage Crushed Turquoise & Coral Inlay Watch Cuff

Description: Signed - Thomas Singer Navajo Vintage Crushed Turquoise & Coral Inlay Watch Cuff Markings “STC” configuration, older hallmark for Thomas Singer , Navajo Tested as Sterling Silver Verified Turquoise Verified Red Coral Total Weight ~ 72.1 grams Circa 1970s Cuff Width ~ 1 1/2” Cuff Length ~ 6” Cuff Gap ~ 1” Thomas Singer, more commonly known as Tommy Singer, was a renowned Navajo silversmith known for his exceptional craftsmanship and intricate designs. He was born in 09/17/1938 in Winslow AZ,passed away on 05/31/2014 Tommy Singer came from a family of silversmiths, learning the art from his father.He started his career in the early 1960s,quickly gained recognition for his unique style & high-quality work. He was one of the early pioneers of the overlay technique in Navajo jewelry, which involves layering 2 pieces of silver, the top layer featuring a cut-out design that exposes the oxidized bottom layer to create a detailed & contrasting effect. Singer is attributed w/inventing the chip inlay technique, a method where small pieces of stones, such as turquoise or coral, are inlaid into channels carved in the silver. This technique became his signature style. Made in the USA Handmade Hand tooled Aboriginal Indigenous Native American Diné Collectible Investment Legacy Jewelry Important Wearable Art Statement Piece #9457

Price: 638 USD

Location: Dexter, Michigan

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