Ketoh, Cast, Turquoise, Vintage ‘40s, 4007
A KETOH KEEPSAKE FOR GENERATIONS TO COME
The ketoh has evolved over the years from being a piece of protection to a piece of jewelry. Featured here is a wonderful older, supple brown leather cuff or "bow guard", with a gorgeous cast sterling silver plate stamped with a simple repetitive design. In the center is a large square cut turquoise stone. The ketoh uses tie strings on the back to keep it in place. This beautiful bracelet is the kind of piece that becomes a family heirloom.
- affiliation: Navajo
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise, leather
- dimensions: 3" x 2", 9 1/2" flat
- weight: 136 grams
- rawhide ties
- vintage condition
- stone is secure in its setting
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from ethnographic use
- style number: JB4007
Original: $1,200.00
-65%$1,200.00
$420.00Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
A KETOH KEEPSAKE FOR GENERATIONS TO COME
The ketoh has evolved over the years from being a piece of protection to a piece of jewelry. Featured here is a wonderful older, supple brown leather cuff or "bow guard", with a gorgeous cast sterling silver plate stamped with a simple repetitive design. In the center is a large square cut turquoise stone. The ketoh uses tie strings on the back to keep it in place. This beautiful bracelet is the kind of piece that becomes a family heirloom.
- affiliation: Navajo
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise, leather
- dimensions: 3" x 2", 9 1/2" flat
- weight: 136 grams
- rawhide ties
- vintage condition
- stone is secure in its setting
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from ethnographic use
- style number: JB4007
