Navajo Watch Tips James Francisco Sterling Silver Turquoise Opal Inlay VTG JF For Sale

Item Specifics:

• Artisan Silversmith: James Francisco (Signed "JF")
• Tribal Affiliation: Navajo / Diné
• Material: Solid .925 Sterling Silver (Stamped "STERLING")
• Gemstones: Genuine Turquoise, Lab-Created Fire Opal, Coral, Lapis / Jet
• Inlay Style: Multi-Stone Channel Inlay
• Components Included: Sterling Watch Tips, Women’s Quartz Watch Face (Japan Movement), Stainless Steel Stretch Band

Item Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful pair of vintage Native American sterling silver watch tips handcrafted by the recognized Navajo silversmith James Francisco. The main value of this listing is in the exquisitely crafted artisan watch tips. They feature a masterful geometric channel inlay design blending natural webbed turquoise matrix, fiery lab-created opal, vibrant orange coral, and deep blue lapis accents flanked by a decorative stamped scalloped silver border.The underside of one watch tip is clearly hallmarked with the artist's signature initials "JF" and stamped "STERLING" to guarantee metal purity.Please note that while the generic women's analog quartz watch face and stainless steel expansion stretch band are included as a complete assembly, the watch currently needs a new battery to be functional. Additionally, the silver has a lovely, authentic vintage patina with light, natural tarnish and minor verdigris near the casing joints that can be left as-is or gently polished away by the buyer.Perfect for collectors of Southwest native jewelry, or for repurposing these stunning signed artisan tips onto a modern timepiece or smart watch band.Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition. Watch tips are structurally sound with intact stone inlay. Timepiece is currently non-running and requires a fresh battery replacement. Please review all macro photographs for a precise look at condition and hallmarks.