Description
This is part of Chairish's Costume Jewelry assortment.
1970s Stunning 1" wide vintage inlaid sterling silver cuff bracelet by Modernist Jack Woolsey. This outstanding bracelet contains an impressive center row of inlaid stones that consist of turquoise and jasper. Beautifully made with the inlaid stones protruding out from the cuff giving the bracelet a unique three dimensional feel. Hallmarked J Woolsey Sterling. The bracelet comes with a safety chain that has a lobster clasp.
Jack Woolsey was an American jeweler and artist. He learned Navajo jewelry techniques from Navajo silversmiths in Taos New Mexico. He is known for his modernist inlay cuffs bracelets and belts and earrings. He used turquoise, jasper , onyx,and other stones. He also traded with Eskimos in the Alaskan tundra where he acquired the fossilized materials he used. The bracelet is excellent vintage condition.
Interior of the cuff measures 4 7/8" with an additional 1 1/4 " gap for a total circumference of 6 1/8". Sterling Silver is relatively malleable, thus this cuff is slightly adjustable.
Width measures 2.72" straight across the widest part (from wrist bone to wrist bone).
Bracelet face measures 1" tall (the face of the bracelet, north to south).
Bracelet depth from top to the underside of wrist is 1.90".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Normal wear for an estate piece; patina and light scratches.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Jasper, Sterling Silver, Turquoise
Details:
Bracelet Length/Circumference: 6.12in
Country of Origin: United States
Primary Stone: Turquoise
Primary Stone Creation: Natural
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Primary Stone Shape: Unique
Bracelet Width: 1.0in
1970s Stunning 1" wide vintage inlaid sterling silver cuff bracelet by Modernist Jack Woolsey. This outstanding bracelet contains an impressive center row of inlaid stones that consist of turquoise and jasper. Beautifully made with the inlaid stones protruding out from the cuff giving the bracelet a unique three dimensional feel. Hallmarked J Woolsey Sterling. The bracelet comes with a safety chain that has a lobster clasp.
Jack Woolsey was an American jeweler and artist. He learned Navajo jewelry techniques from Navajo silversmiths in Taos New Mexico. He is known for his modernist inlay cuffs bracelets and belts and earrings. He used turquoise, jasper , onyx,and other stones. He also traded with Eskimos in the Alaskan tundra where he acquired the fossilized materials he used. The bracelet is excellent vintage condition.
Interior of the cuff measures 4 7/8" with an additional 1 1/4 " gap for a total circumference of 6 1/8". Sterling Silver is relatively malleable, thus this cuff is slightly adjustable.
Width measures 2.72" straight across the widest part (from wrist bone to wrist bone).
Bracelet face measures 1" tall (the face of the bracelet, north to south).
Bracelet depth from top to the underside of wrist is 1.90".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Normal wear for an estate piece; patina and light scratches.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Jasper, Sterling Silver, Turquoise
Details:
Bracelet Length/Circumference: 6.12in
Country of Origin: United States
Primary Stone: Turquoise
Primary Stone Creation: Natural
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Primary Stone Shape: Unique
Bracelet Width: 1.0in
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Normal wear for an estate piece; patina and light scratches.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Mid 20th Century Modernist Jack Woolsey Turquoise & Jasper Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
Estimate $900-$1,500
Starting Price
$440
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Heirloom Jewels & Objects
Aug 27, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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