A beautifully hand-engraved vintage Northwest Coast Haida sterling silver bracelet featuring traditional formline crest design.
This striking Indigenous bracelet showcases classic Haida engraving techniques, with flowing formline shapes, ovoid eye elements, and textured panels that create movement and visual depth. The design reflects the distinctive artistic language of Northwest Coast First Nations jewelry traditions.
The bracelet is artist signed “HL” inside the cuff, indicating the work of a Haida silversmith. The engraving style strongly reflects the revival period of Northwest Coast silverwork from the 1970s–1980s, when Indigenous artists brought traditional crest imagery into contemporary jewelry.
Formline elements within the design suggest a crest animal motif, possibly representing Raven or Killer Whale, two powerful figures within Haida cultural storytelling and symbolism.
This piece has a wonderful sculptural presence on the wrist and represents an important tradition of Indigenous Canadian silver artistry. A beautiful collector’s piece and wearable artwork.
Perfect for collectors of:
• Indigenous Northwest Coast art
• Haida jewelry
• vintage Native Canadian silver
• statement bracelets
Details
• Vintage Haida sterling silver cuff bracelet
• Hand engraved formline crest design
• Artist signature inside: HL
• Classic Northwest Coast Indigenous engraving
• Era: likely 1970s–1980s
• Solid silver construction
• Unisex wearable art
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
Light surface wear consistent with age and careful wear. The engraving remains crisp and beautifully detailed.
Materials
Sterling silver