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Size 6-6.5
Raised inlay bracelet
Native American Anson & Leticia Wallace Zuni Sterling Multi Stone Cuff Bracelet
Sterling Native American cuff bracelet signed ALW Anson & Leticia Wallace (Zuni) with 5 rows of turquoise and other stones
Authentic Zuni Masterpiece:5 Row Multi-Stone Inlay Cuff
Presenting a stunning hand-crafted sterling silver cuff bracelet by acclaimed Zuni husband-and-wife duo, Anson and Leticia Wallace. This piece is a quintessential example of their signature "raised inlay" or channel style, featuring six parallel rows of meticulously hand-cut gemstones.
Design & Artistry
This bracelet features a split-shank design that creates a bold, open-work aesthetic. Each of the five bands is inlaid with a vibrant mosaic of natural materials. The precision of the stonework is exceptional, with each tiny "bar" of stone perfectly flush against its neighbor, creating a seamless geometric flow across the wrist.
• Materials: Authentic Turquoise, Red Coral, Mother of Pearl, Jet, and Green Malachite.
• Construction: Solid Sterling Silver with a high-mirror polish.
• Hallmark: Hand-stamped "ALW" and "Sterling" on the interior.
• Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition with a natural patina (can be polished upon request).
About the Artists: Anson & Leticia Wallace
Based in Zuni, New Mexico, Anson and Leticia Wallace are celebrated for their sophisticated lapidary skills and contemporary take on traditional Zuni inlay. They are best known for these multi-row "harlequin" or "row" designs, which require an immense amount of patience and precision to align.
Their work is highly collectible and featured in fine galleries across the Southwest. Owning a Wallace piece is not just an investment in jewelry, but a piece of Zuni cultural heritage and modern artistic excellence.
