Description: *****See my other auctions for more great historic items!***** LARGE CHUNKY Older VINTAGE Mens NAVAJO Turquoise Coral STERLING SILVER Ring Size 9 Signed: letter A w/Arrow 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 their appeal and beauty. Description: This is a wonderful earlier-produced (c.1950's-70's) piece by a Native American Navajo artisan signed with a hallmark of an "A with an Arrow". This is a vintage piece purchased from a super high quality Estate collection. It is pre-owned but in like new condition featuring a larger rich blue turquoise stone with some matrix & an almost equal sized deep rich red/orange coral stone....all nicely & securely bezel-set. Some slight age tarnish remains - up to new owner to polish further if so desired....fine as-is. Measurement's & Weight: It is 1" L X 7/8" (inches) W & is 1" Tall. Weighs approx 14.93 grams Item HallmarksProminently & clearly hallmarked with Navajo maker's stamp that is a letter A with a downward pointing Arrow. Guaranteed tested Sterling Silver. Very high quality piece in excellent vintage condition. Expertly Hand Crafted. Unique antique piece. I have more fine vintage jewelry, porcelain, dolls, & vintage antique marbles listed! FOR COMBINED SHIPPING ON MULTIPLE PURCHASES - PLEASE ADD TO CART & "REQUEST TOTAL FROM SELLER". Payment must be made within 3 days of purchase. Please see attached pics & make all inquiries prior to purchasing.
Price: 70 USD
Location: Mentor, Ohio
End Time: 2024-12-02T06:17:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American
Antique: Yes
Signed: Yes
Color: Silver
Sizable: No
Material: Stone
Main Stone Color: Turquoise
Metal: Sterling Silver
Secondary Stone: Coral
Vintage: Yes
Main Stone: Turquoise
Setting Style: Bezel
Brand: A with an Arrow
Ring Size: 9
Type: Ring
Metal Purity: 925
Customized: No
Main Stone Shape: Cabochon
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Number of Gemstones: 2
Country of Origin: United States
Handmade: Yes