This Inlaid Turquoise Pocket Knife is a master work of art! Quality manmade Turquoise has been perfectly inlaid in shining steel channels onthe handle to this one along with some genuine Ironwood for a naturaltouch. The knife was made with 440 Steel by Frost Cutlery, they've beenproducing quality knives for several decades. Inlaid by hand by masterNavajo Indian craftswoman Doris Yazzie of Kayenta, Arizona. Form andfunction, this one was built for beauty and for lasting quality to giveyears of good service. Signed DY Navajo. The handle to this versatileknife is 3" long. The stainless steel blade is 2-3/8" in length.

Turquoise is a valuable mineral and is possibly the most valuable,non-transparent mineral in the jewelry trade. It has been mined foreons since at least 6000 BC. by early Egyptians. Its history alsoincludes beautiful ornamental creations by Native Americans andPersians. Its popularity is still quite strong today. Although crystalsof any size are rare, some small crystals have been found in Virginiaand elsewhere. Most specimens are crypto crystalline, meaning that thecrystals could only be seen by a microscope. The finest turquoise comesfrom Iran but is challenged by some southwestern United Statesspecimens. The name comes from a French word, which means stone ofTurkey, from where Persian material passed on its way to Europe.

We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art.And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly amember of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is thereal deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.

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Product SKU: Item: X-0044-254530-KF