Turquoise, Coral and Lapis Cobblestone Inlay Cuff by Lester James, Navajo

Lester James, a Navajo silversmith, created this cobblestone inlay cuff combining turquoise, Mediterranean red coral, and lapis lazuli fragments fitted together in a recessed silver channel. Cobblestone inlay — sometimes called mosaic inlay — involves hand-cutting irregular stone pieces and fitting them flush within a silver setting, requiring precise shaping of each fragment to eliminate gaps. The three-material combination of turquoise, coral, and lapis is a classic in Navajo jewelry, reflecting the three most prized natural materials in the Southwest jewelry tradition. Available exclusively through Turquoise Mustang.