MATERIALS:
Sterling silver and real Malachite.
MEASUREMENTS:
Ring is size 7, it measures approximately 1" long and 1/2" wide.
DESCRIPTION:
Looking at such beauty tells the capabilities of Native American art! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand crafted, by artist Benjamin Martinez, out of genuine sterling silver and a real Malachite stone. The stone is carefully laid in hand cut bezel, while being highlighted by twisted silver and stamped designs for a gorgeous look! The ring is stamped sterling.
Malachite is famous for its radial banding and deep green color. Popular today for use in Southwestern style jewelry, malachite was also popular in the past with the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It was worn as a good luck charm to keep away danger and illness. It is believed to balance and stabilize ones emotions.