Victor Coochwytewa (1922-2011) - Hopi - 14K Gold Overlay and Sterling Silver Storyteller Bracelet c. 1970-80s, size 6.75

85.2g, 1.5" bandwidth, size 6.75 to include a 1.375" gap. Artist hallmark on verso. Victor Coochwytewa is a renowned jeweler who first mastered his craft at Fort Wingate after World War II. In his early career, he briefly worked at Fred Harvey Company (Winslow, AZ) before moving on to work with John Kennedy. Besides being the recipient to a multitude of awards, Coochwytewa also proudly boasts the title of Arizona Living Treasure (1994). Ex Colorado collection.