Alll silver, tufa cast cuff with four grooves, Bennie Bowakaty Zuni

Sleek. Sculptural. Rooted in tradition. This all-silver tufa cast cuff by Bennie Bowakaty features four precisely carved grooves running the length of the bracelet—each one a mark of the artisan’s hand. Subtle and strong, this is Zuni minimalism at its most refined, made using one of the oldest silversmithing techniques.

Key Features

• Tufa Cast Technique – Created by pouring molten silver into hand-carved tufa stone molds, this method leaves behind a textured, matte finish and organic surface impossible to replicate with modern casting.

• Four-Groove Design – Parallel carved channels offer rhythm, depth, and modern geometry—balancing simplicity with hand-hewn character.

• All Sterling Silver – Solid .925 silver gives the bracelet weight and substance without sacrificing comfort.

• Unembellished Purity – No stones, no overlays—just silver, form, and craftsmanship.

• Signed by Artist – Bennie Bowakaty is a respected Zuni artist whose tufa cast work reflects disciplined restraint and deep cultural knowledge.

Why This Piece Matters

• Minimalist with Meaning – A study in intentional design: nothing extra, everything earned.

• Rare Zuni Tufa Work – Tufa casting is more common among Navajo artists—Bowakaty’s Zuni lineage makes this piece especially distinctive.

• Tactile Beauty – You can feel every ridge and groove—this bracelet carries the texture of the process itself.

• Unisex & Stackable – Wears powerfully on its own, or layered for a modern, architectural stack.