Description
This ring features petit point turquoise cabochons sawtooth bezel set into sterling silver. The sterling pops against the bright blue turquoise with rope work and bead silver design to bring the flower to life. A great ring, perfect to add to or start your turquoise collection!
The word turquoise comes from the 17th-century French word “turquois” meaning Turkish, which is 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.
The ring is in very good to good vintage condition with minor signs of wear. The turquoise is securely set into the silver; no cabochons wiggle in the mounting. The sterling silver has a layer of moderate patina that can be polished upon srequest. The ring is not stamped, and the silver was tested.
The ring is a size 8 and can be sized; the head measures 1/2″ wide and tall and weighs 4.05 grams. The box is for display only.
Please note the measurements in the details section, as the item can appear more significant than the actual size. Shipping is combined on multiple orders.
