Native American Zuni Inlay Cardinal Motif Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet

This is a vintage Native American cuff bracelet, likely of Zuni origin from the Arizona/New Mexico region, featuring a central circular medallion with a detailed pictorial stone-to-stone inlay. The primary design depicts a red cardinal bird perched on a branch, accented with turquoise leaves and orange berries against a white shell or mother-of-pearl background. The medallion is encased in a scalloped sterling silver bezel with a distinctive twisted rope wire border and stamped serrated edges. The mounting is attached to a split-shank t-bar cuff frame, a classic construction method for 20th-century Southwestern jewelry. The piece shows signs of age-appropriate wear, including a soft gray patina on the silver and minor surface scratches. The inlay materials appear well-fitted, a hallmark of Zuni craftsmanship. The 'BB' engraving on the reverse likely serves as a maker's mark or artist's signature; given the region and style, it may be associated with a specific craftsman like Bruce Begay or a similar artisan known for bird motifs. This piece likely dates to the late mid-20th century (circa 1960s-1970s), a period of high popularity for representational inlay work.