Description: This elegant, handmade, Frank Patania bracelet is set with three beautiful turquoise and silver dot accents. It is stamped sterling silver, FP (Frank Patania) and the Thunderbird hallmark (Thunderbird Shop). A master artisan, Frank Patania established a style of hand crafted southwestern American jewelry by blending European silversmith technology and Native American design, a combination that would provide a foundation for excellence in style and artisanship. Patania opened his Santa Fe-based Thunderbird Curios shop in 1927. The name was later changed to the Thunderbird Shop and expanded to Tucson, AZ. The shop was a home base where a select group of talented Native American silversmiths honed their skills and where his and their products were sold.
This is an awesome vintage bracelet that is highly collectible and very sought after and would go perfect in your collection. Besides that, it will looking AMAZING on you! Remember, we offer free returns in the US (just in case you are not satisfied in any way). We stand behind what we sell and want you to be happy!
Maker: Frank Patania, Anglo (1899-1964).
Approx. Age: Circa 1950s, Vintage.
Size: Inside circumference measures approx. 5-1/2" with an additional 1-1/8" opening (fits a 6-5/8" wrist.) 3/4" at its widest part and weighs 26 g.
Condition: Good for its age. Normal wear and minor imperfections expected on used and vintage items.
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