MATERIALS:
Sterling silver, Tiger Eye, Picture Rock, Onyx and Opal.
MEASUREMENTS:
Ring is size 5-3/4, it measures approximately 3/4" long and 5/8" wide.
DESCRIPTION:
This lovely ring will definitely attract plenty of attention! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand crafted by artist L. Begay, out of genuine sterling silver and multicolor inlay. The inlay consists of: real Tiger Eye, Picture Rock, Onyx, and man made Opal. The inlay is delicately set, while hand cut designs and silver beads can be seen adding style to the ring for a beautiful finish. The ring is stamped sterling and hallmarked by the artist.
Tiger Eye stone contains a golden yellow reflection on a brown ground color. The most important source of tiger eye is South Africa, but it is also found in Australia, India, and California. It is believed to give courage, clear thinking, and protects from negativity.
Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it is semi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water, and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning precious stone. Opal is the birthstone for October. It is believed to release self-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens psychic and mystical qualities.