{"product_id":"the-freedom-eagle","title":"The Freedom Eagle — Natural Royston Turquoise Cuff","description":"\u003cp\u003eA one-of-a-kind cuff bracelet hand-forged from raw ingot silver by R. Wilson of Appalachian Smith, Bald Creek, North Carolina. Every element of this piece was built by hand — no casting, no commercial findings, no shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centerpiece is a natural, unstabilized Royston turquoise cabochon measuring approximately 29×18mm, mined and hand-cut by the supplier. Royston turquoise is among the most sought-after American turquoise, known for its vivid blue-green color and rich brown matrix. This stone was hand-selected for its depth of color and character — no two Royston stones are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Fabrication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cuff was forged from raw ingot silver — silver melted down and worked from scratch rather than cut from commercial sheet stock. Both feathers were hand-drawn and are intentionally asymmetric; each is unique, as they would be in nature. The radiating feather lines were hand-chased into the silver surface, and the twisted rope wire bezel was hand-fabricated and fitted to the stone. This is not a stamped or cast piece — it is fully fabricated by hand from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Stampwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe band features hand-stamped southwestern and thunderbird motifs, including impressions made with unique handmade stamps. The impressions on this cuff are unique on this piece. Additional stampwork runs along the interior of the band, visible when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ingot sterling silver (.925)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Natural, unstabilized Royston turquoise, approx. 29×18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuff width: ¾\" (19mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior length: 5.75\" + 1.25\" gap = 7\" total circumference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal piece weight: 77.14 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Liver of sulfur patina with selectively polished highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStampwork: Thunderbird, southwestern geometric motifs, handmade custom stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmarked STERLING and Makers Mark R.W.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuff is sized to fit a wrist circumference of approximately 6.5\"–7\". The open cuff design allows for minor adjustment. If you have questions about fit, please reach out before ordering — we want this piece to be perfect for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips fully insured in a branded Appalachian Smith gift box with black velvet pouch and maker card. Processing time: 3–5 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHand-forged by R. Wilson — Appalachian Smith, Bald Creek, North Carolina. One of one.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appalachian Smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47765607678115,"sku":"AS-FEAGLE-001","price":585.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4035\/2675\/files\/20260610_171251.jpg?v=1781191669","url":"https:\/\/appalachiansmith.com\/products\/the-freedom-eagle","provider":"Appalachian Smith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}