Stunning blue Paua abalone set in .925 sterling silver. Gorgeous cuff bracelet by Navajo silversmith J. Hayes. Measures approximately 6 1/2 inches. Slight flexibility. Signed. Native American. Unique to New Zealand, pāua shells are harvested from rocky coastlines. Pāua is one of the most sustainably managed wild abalone fisheries in the world. Pāua is from the Māori, who have many beliefs around this treasure or Taonga from the sea. They believe the shell strengthens the body and the heart of the wearer. Review all photos thoroughly as they are considered a part of the detailed item description. Any flaws mistakenly left out of the written description or unintentionally overlooked will be visible in the photos. Jewelry is sold as is, as photographed, and all sales are final. Note that colors may appear different in person due to lighting and the resolution and brightness of the device. Photos were taken indoors with artificial overhead lighting with and without flash photography.