#56 • Large Antique Tlingit Silver Cuff - Ed James

Part of September 2025 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $850.00

Status: Sold

Category: Jewelry

A fine and early Tlingit formline sterling silver cuff, featuring primary designs of a bear and raven, crafted by the late Tlingit artisan Edward "Ed" James of Sitka, AK. Unfortunately, not much historical information is immediately known regarding Ed's life, other than he worked in a variety of mediums alongside his father, Frank James, and was noted as being most active during the 1930s and 1940s. The cuff is impressive, measuring approximately 2.75" wide and weighing 65.83 grams, and currently fits a 7" wrist as found, but is naturally adjustable.