
Description
Raised on a ranch in Central Montana - Carol "Caye" Helvey-Woolsey is considered one of the west's preeminent metal smiths. Today she leverages her heritage and legacy to create fine jewelry and metalworks inspired by the wild west. Particularly well known for her unique hand-forged sterling silver flasks. Each of which has been designed and hand-crafted by the artist herself in her Lewistown, Montana studio.
At one time millions of buffalo roamed the vast Montana prairie. This one-of-a-kind hand-forged solid sterling silver flask is an homage to the now rare and unique of western beasts. Embellished with a silver repousse' buffalo skull. Upon which a large turquoise has been mounted. Topped by a beaded edged cap. Includes hand stamped signature on bottom. See photos for details
Measures 3 3/8" wide x 1 1/4" deep x 5 3/8" high. Holds approximately 6 liquid ounces.
In excellent condition with no issues of note. Minor surface scratches and nuances commensurate with hand-forged, crafted, and polished sterling silver items. Turquoise is solid in it's mount with no movement. Structurally sound - this flask holds liquids with no loss. .
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We are currently offering several flasks by Caye. Please see our other listings for details
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In excellent condition with no issues of note. Minor surface scratches and nuances commensurate with hand-forged, crafted, and polished sterling silver items. Turquoise is solid in it's mount with no movement. Structurally sound - this flask holds liquids with no loss. .
Dimensions:
Height: 5.38 in.
Width: 4.38 in.
Depth: 1.25 in.
Category: Carafes & Decanters
Origin: United States
Materials: Sterling Silver
Shipping:Domestic: Free shipping to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Lewistown, MT
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
At one time millions of buffalo roamed the vast Montana prairie. This one-of-a-kind hand-forged solid sterling silver flask is an homage to the now rare and unique of western beasts. Embellished with a silver repousse' buffalo skull. Upon which a large turquoise has been mounted. Topped by a beaded edged cap. Includes hand stamped signature on bottom. See photos for details
Measures 3 3/8" wide x 1 1/4" deep x 5 3/8" high. Holds approximately 6 liquid ounces.
In excellent condition with no issues of note. Minor surface scratches and nuances commensurate with hand-forged, crafted, and polished sterling silver items. Turquoise is solid in it's mount with no movement. Structurally sound - this flask holds liquids with no loss. .
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We are currently offering several flasks by Caye. Please see our other listings for details
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In excellent condition with no issues of note. Minor surface scratches and nuances commensurate with hand-forged, crafted, and polished sterling silver items. Turquoise is solid in it's mount with no movement. Structurally sound - this flask holds liquids with no loss. .
Dimensions:
Height: 5.38 in.
Width: 4.38 in.
Depth: 1.25 in.
Category: Carafes & Decanters
Origin: United States
Materials: Sterling Silver
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In excellent condition with no issues of note. Minor surface scratches and nuances commensurate with hand-forged, crafted, and polished sterling silver items. Turquoise is solid in it's mount with no movement. Structurally sound - this flask holds liquids with no loss. .
Buyer's Premium
20%
Buffalo Skull Sterling Silver and Turquoise Flask by Carol Helvey-Woolsey
Estimate $2,800-$5,390
Starting Price
$2,800
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Mar 13, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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