Mesmerizing Fred Harvey Era Navajo Sterling Silver THUNDERBIRD Bracelet For Sale

This is a magnificent Southwestern Fred Harvey Era cuff bracelet. This amazing bracelet rests beautiful in the center of a flying Thunderbird that spreads nearly across the entire cuff. Other surrounding silver works consist of shells, arrows, a dotted background and bordering hand carved designed The width of the bracelet measures around 1"inch at its widest point The inside end to end measures around 5" with an additional 1"⅜ gap. Sturdy 23.0grams. To the Navajo, Thunderbird is a sacred symbol with many meanings. They believe Thunderbird protects them, warns them of approaching danger and nourishes their crops. Like all birds, the Navajo Thunderbird is also a spirit guide. Many Navajo believe the Thunderbird guides the souls of the dead through the underworld.