David K. Lister Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff

Item Details

A handcrafted sterling silver turquoise cuff bracelet by Navajo Silversmith, David K. Lister. This piece features four tumbled turquoise nuggets, accented by appliquéd raindrop motifs, set over an oxidized background. The stones are set in a casted shank with a rope twist accent and a carved, fanned border to one side.

Husband and Wife Silversmith team, David and Alice Lister, have practiced their craft together since 1975, passing the tradition on to four of their daughters, including their youngest, Davida, who lives and works with them alongside their neighbor and fellow Silversmith, Dee Nez. Each Lister hand crafts every component of their piece from start to finish, with occasional collaborations occurring between David and Alice.

Artisan, Silversmith, and Lapidarist: David K. Lister
Maker’s Marks: Stamped, ‘DKL’ in 1/16 Gothic Initials
Fineness Marks: Unmarked
Metal Type: Sterling Silver
Interior Length: 5.25’
Total Weight: 0.965 ozt

CENTER STONES
Count: 4
Type: Turquoise
Treatment: Waxed
Shape: Tumbled Nugget
Dimensions: 7.50 mm x 4.50 mm – 9.75 mm x 6.50 mm

• This item has been evaluated and verified by an independent Graduate Gemologist. (CINCDU).

• All diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards as the mounting permits, where gemstones are present. All weights and measurements are estimated and approximate. Industry standard and accepted treatments for gemstones are assumed unless otherwise noted.

• Sources cited for hallmarks: (1) Wright, Barton, ‘Hallmarks of the Southwest’, Schiffer Pub., 2000, Artisan mark identified on page #195; (2) Hougart, Bille, “Native American and Southwestern Silver Hallmarks – Third Edition”, CicatrixBooks Pub., 2016. Artisan mark identified on page #219.

Condition

- minor markings throughout.

Dimensions

- measures 5.25" from end to end, taken at interior.
- total weight, inclusive of all materials, is 0.965 ozt.

Item #

17DCC110-034