ABOUT HAPPY PIASSO:

Born in 1972 in the small town of Socorro, New Mexico, Happy spent her formative years growing up in the nearby community of Alamo, New Mexico. Over the years, she has dedicated herself to the art of jewelry-making for roughly half of her life. Happy learned the intricate and traditional art of silversmithing under the guidance of her husband, Rudy Willie, with whom she collaborates closely on various jewelry designs. Rudy is a respected member of the well-known "Willie Family," a lineage rich in artistic talent, with "Ronnie Willie" being just one of his many brothers and numerous siblings, along with countless nephews and nieces who also excel as artisans. Notable names in this talented family include Dakota, Cooper, and Tawney Willie, to mention just a few. Happy is a devoted artist who consistently honors the legacy of traditional ‘Old School’ Navajo jewelry and remains deeply committed to preserving this important art form, a cherished heritage that has been passed down from their Navajo ancestors through the generations..

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THE TURQUOISE:

Riviera turquoise is a relatively new mine to the industry, so there’s not a whole lot of info as of yet. I do know that it comes from Mexico & personally speaking, it has a color that is very similar to what comes out of our Arizona mines. At quick glance, one might think it could possibly be Castle Dome or maybe even a higher grade Kingman..I’m truly impressed with the colors I’m seeing & this particular cut has a gorgeous, vivid color & if I was to compare it to any Mexican turquoise,I would say it looks like Sonoran Rose.

THE CUFF:

Compared to many southwestern cuffs, this isn’t a over the top huge cuff, but rather being a very dainty & delicate one that is perfect for the person who loves wearing understated pieces that are not over powering, while still maintaining all the charm & tradition, of Navajo work.

The stone is set atop of a lighter gauge sterling that allows this to be adjustable, (that is, if you have to do adjust it at all) Adjusting it to fit properly is something that any "Reputable" jeweler can do, if you don’t know the proper way to adjust..

WRIST SIZE:

This is made for a small to average size wrist. If you are unsure of your wrist size or what gap opening works best for you, then I suggest you click on: "How To Fit A Cuff " and also I suggest you copy/paste the YouTube link I have there, that shows the right way, you should put a cuff on! Please go over this before purchasing & or contact me..I would be more than happy to help.

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SPECIFICS:

ARTIST: Happy Piasso

TRIBE: Navajo

STONE: Riviera Turquoise

STONE SIZE:13 mm x 10 mm (Roughly 1/2" x 3/8")

STONE CUT: Oval

METAL: Sterling Silver

METAL FINISH: Oxidized

WEIGHT: 25.7 Grams- (0.90 ounces)

WIDTH: 3/8"

INTERIOR MEASUREMENT: 5-3/8"(Inner Circumference)

GAP MEASUREMENT: 1"

(For a total wrist circumference of 6-3/8" wrist size- Unsure of your wrist Size?Please click: How To Fit A Cuff " )

INTERIOR LEFT TO RIGHT MEASUREMENT: 2-3/8" (This is measured on the 'inside' from left to right while the cuff is laying flat as seen in the 9th photo) -This is a different measurement from the 5-3/8" interior)

ADJUSTABLE: Yes,but with know how or by a reputable jeweler

STYLE: Traditional Navajo Turquoise Cuff

HALLMARK: H Piasso-Sterling

Comes Gift Boxed.