MATERIALS:
Sterling silver, real Turquoise, Jet, Oyster Shell, and man made Fire Opal.
MEASUREMENTS:
Ring is size 6, it measures approximately 1" long and 7/8" wide.
DESCRIPTION:
You will absolutely fall in love with this stunning ring! This piece of Native American jewlery is Navajo hand crafted by artist Joann Douglas, out of genuine sterling silver and multicolor inlay. The inlay consists of: real Turquoise, Jet, Orage Oyster Shell, and man made Fire Opal. The inlay is carefully placed, while imprinted designs can be seen highlighting the ring for an incredible look. The ring is stamped sterling and hallmarked by the artist.
Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of its appeal and beauty.
Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it is a 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.