Bracelet before 1930

This bracelet by Hopituh Shinumu of the Hopi people is made of silver and turquoise. It is so lovely, the combination of silver and turquoise: The turquoise stones set in a row create a rhythm of blues. I can imagine the artist carefully selecting each stone, considering its color and shape in relation to the others. It makes me wonder about the artist's hands, the tools they used, and the patience required to bring it into being. Were they thinking about the person who would wear it, hoping to bring them joy or protection? It feels like all art objects contain stories. When I look at this bracelet, I think about the tradition of jewelry-making in different cultures and how artists build upon each other's ideas, each generation adding their unique touch.