Tufa Cast Morenci Turquoise Cuff

A bold, museum-quality cuff handcrafted using the traditional tufa stone casting method. This striking bracelet features a rich blue teardrop Morenci turquoise cabochon with dark natural matrix, hand-set in sterling silver and framed by a rope and stamp-cut border. The wide, deeply textured band showcases the organic ridges and character unique to true tufa casting—no two pieces are ever alike.

Details

• Artist: Mathew Charlie (Navajo)

• Technique: Traditional tufa stone cast sterling silver

• Stone: Natural Morenci Spiderweb turquoise (teardrop cabochon)

• Band: Extra-wide, layered tufa texture

• Finish: Hand-oxidized to highlight depth and detail

• Fit: Gently adjustable; please handle with care due to the nature of tufa casting

A powerful statement piece rooted in Southwestern tradition—perfect worn alone or as the centerpiece of a stacked look. Ideal for collectors who appreciate authentic Native American craftsmanship and timeless design.

Mine: Morenci is a census-designated place and company town in Greenlee County, Arizona, United States, and was founded by the Detroit Copper Mining Company of Arizona. The population was 2,000 at the 2000 census and 1,489 at the 2010 census. The biggest employer in Morenci and the owner of the town is Freeport-McMoRan, the owner of the Morenci Mine, the largest copper mining operation in North America, and one of the largest copper mines in the world.