Description
This classic ring from the 1960s has a southwestern design and is accented with three turquoise cabochons in a shadow box motif. A great ring for turquoise lovers and southwestern enthusiasts!
Turquoise comes from the 17th-century French word “turquois,” meaning Turkish, the major exporter of turquoise to Europe. Turquoise was first mined over 5000 years ago in the Sinai Peninsula and adorned ancient Egyptian jewelry and clothing. Ancient Persians have been mining turquoise for 2000 years and used it to cap their palace domes to symbolize heaven on Earth. Pre-Columbian Native Americans mined turquoise from Central Mexico to the southwestern US.
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The ring is in very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear. The silver has a dark layer of patina that can be polished upon request. The adjustable shank is slightly out of round, which a jeweler can quickly fix. The turquoise is not chipped or cracked and secure in the sawtooth bezel setting. The back is stamped B STERLING.
The ring measures 1″ wide and weighs 3.97 grams. The ring is a size 5.5 and can be sized, and the box is for display only.
Please note the measurements in the details section, as the item can appear more significant in the pictures than its actual size. Shipping is combined on multiple orders.
