Vintage 1960s Navajo Blue Turquoise and Sterling Silver Adjustable Multi Gem Unisex Ring Size 8

This classic Navajo ring from the 1960s features a southwestern design and is accented with four turquoise cabochons and feathers. It‘s a great ring for turquoise lovers, southwestern enthusiasts, or boho fashionistas!

Turquoise derives from the 17th-century French word "turquois," meaning Turkish, as the region was a major exporter of turquoise to Europe. Turquoise was first mined over 5000 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, using it to crown their palace domes- symbolizing heaven on Earth. Pre-Columbian Native Americans mined turquoise from Central Mexico to the southwestern United States. 

To learn more about the history of Navajo jewelry, read our blog post here. 

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 stones are not chipped or cracked and are secure in the sawtooth bezel setting. The back is stamped B STERLING.

The head of the ring measures 7/8" in height and 5/8" in width, weighing 4.62 grams. The ring is currently a size 8 and can be sized. The box is for display only.