Vintage 1990s Blue Turquoise Cabochon and Sterling Silver Pinky Ring Size 4.5

This classic 1990s ring features a southwestern design accented with robin‘s egg blue turquoise. It‘s perfect for turquoise lovers, southwestern enthusiasts, or boho fashionistas!

Turquoise originates from the 17th-century French word "turquois," which is derived from the Turkish word for turquoise, the major exporter of the gem to Europe. Turquoise was first mined over 5,000 years ago in the Sinai Peninsula and was used to adorn ancient Egyptian jewelry and clothing. The ancient Persians have been mining turquoise for 2,000 years and used it to cap their palace domes, symbolizing 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 a moderate to light patina layer on the sterling silver. The shank is unmarked, and the turquoise is not chipped or cracked. The silver can be polished upon request.

The ring is size 4.5 and can be sized. It measures 1" tall and weighs 4.13 grams. The box is for display only.