
Modernist Turquoise and Onyx Geometric Link Bracelet
This is a striking modernist-style bracelet featuring bold, geometric links carved from natural gemstone materials. The primary focal point is a large, square-shaped frame carved from turquoise, displaying a vibrant robin's egg blue hue with subtle dark matrix veining and natural color variations. Within the hollow center of this square link, a polished, rectangular black onyx bead is suspended by a thin metal wire or pin. The main square segment is flanked by additional turquoise components: a solid cylindrical bolster-style link at the top and a secondary rectangular frame link at the bottom, both interconnected by polished black onyx spacer blocks. The construction utilizes a vertical pinning or stringing method that allows for articulated movement between the rigid gemstone sections. The turquoise surfaces exhibit high-quality lapidary work with smooth, matte-to-satin finishes and rounded edges. Condition appears excellent with no visible fractures or significant chips to the gemstone edges, though natural surface pits inherent to turquoise are present. This piece reflects a mid-to-late 20th-century aesthetic, possibly inspired by Southwestern or Brutalist design movements, emphasizing raw material beauty and architectural form. The lack of visible precious metal housing suggests the focus is entirely on the stone carving and structural balance.
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Estimated Value
$450.00 - $650.00
Basic Information
Category
Fine Jewelry / Artisan Lapidary
Appraised On
January 28, 2026
Estimated Value
$450.00 - $650.00
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User Provided Information
Onyx / Turquoise bracelet
Item Description
This is a striking modernist-style bracelet featuring bold, geometric links carved from natural gemstone materials. The primary focal point is a large, square-shaped frame carved from turquoise, displaying a vibrant robin's egg blue hue with subtle dark matrix veining and natural color variations. Within the hollow center of this square link, a polished, rectangular black onyx bead is suspended by a thin metal wire or pin. The main square segment is flanked by additional turquoise components: a solid cylindrical bolster-style link at the top and a secondary rectangular frame link at the bottom, both interconnected by polished black onyx spacer blocks. The construction utilizes a vertical pinning or stringing method that allows for articulated movement between the rigid gemstone sections. The turquoise surfaces exhibit high-quality lapidary work with smooth, matte-to-satin finishes and rounded edges. Condition appears excellent with no visible fractures or significant chips to the gemstone edges, though natural surface pits inherent to turquoise are present. This piece reflects a mid-to-late 20th-century aesthetic, possibly inspired by Southwestern or Brutalist design movements, emphasizing raw material beauty and architectural form. The lack of visible precious metal housing suggests the focus is entirely on the stone carving and structural balance.
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