Nepalese Silver Cuff

Hinged cuff panelled in red and green mosaic, with an orange cabochon at the center.

This turquoise, coral and sterling silver cuff is from Nepal, and is contemporary. Turquoise and coral have long been prized in Himalayan jewelry, and they are often set together in silver with bold, richly colored designs. Wide band built of linked panels, each inlaid with tiny green chips and upright red bars. A central oval orange stone sits in a frame of beaded scrolls and teardrop shapes. Hinges are visible between the sections. It is 3 inches long, 1.75 deep and 2.5 high.

A lot of color for one wrist, and every bit of it earned.