Nepalese Cuff Bracelet Himalayan Tibetan-style

This is a Himalayan / Nepalese Tibetan-style cuff bracelet, most likely made in Nepal (Kathmandu area) or Northern India, late 20th century (c. 1980s–1990s).

It's a traditional ethnic cuff made in the style sold through Himalayan trade routes and tourist markets.

Materials

Metal: Likely nickel silver (German silver) or low-grade silver alloy

Not sterling unless stamped (most similar pieces are unmarked alloy).

Blue stones:

One appears to be turquoise or howlite (possibly stabilized or lower-grade natural)

The pointed end stone is often dyed turquoise or glass

Green stone: Likely serpentine, jade-look stone, or nephrite-type material

Decorative motif: The raised symbol at the top resembles a vajra (dorje) — a sacred Buddhist symbol representing strength and enlightenment.

Cultural Context

This style is common in:

Tibetan Buddhist jewelry

Nepalese artisan cuffs

Himalayan ethnic adornment

These cuffs were worn both decoratively and symbolically, often incorporating protecti