Vintage Native American Jewelry

Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25

Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25
Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25

Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25

Age Circa : Antique Native Navajo C. Country of Origin : United States - Navajo Nation. Gram Weight : 6.0 Grams. Main Stone Measurements/Color : 16.7 mm in length by 12.2 mm in width, Medium blue hues with a heavy brown matrix.

Stone Treatment : The stone appears to be untreated, but we are not certified Gemologists and cannot be sure. Stone Cuts : Hand cut and polished. Item Measurements : The ring measures 0.94" in length by 0.78" in visible width when worn, and is approximately 0.23 thick. The band measures approximately 2.5 mm wide. Sizable by your local jeweler : Yes.

Notable Features : This Bisbee turquoise ring was handcrafted by a talented Navajo silversmith during the 1940s. It features a beautiful hand carved turquoise cabochon, which has medium. Blue hues with a stunning heavy brown matrix, giving the piece an exciting and unique appearance. The stone is set in a saw tooth bezel, with a double rope twist border. The striking color of the stone contrasts beautifully against the shine of the sterling silver. A light patina on the sterling gives this piece an antique quality, which we believe is quite lovely. This pretty ring would make a great gift for a loved one, or treat for yourself.

Don't miss your chance to save this unique piece of history! This listing is for the item only. This beautiful piece was made by a very talented Native American silversmith. It features handcrafted silversmith work throughout. Antique Native American jewelry is very rare to find.

This is due to these pieces being made for reservation and personal use before the tourist trade became popular. Very few pieces were made and even less survived to today. The Navajo Nation sits on 27,000 square miles within the states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah.

The Navajo have a rich history and culture and have become known for creating some of the finest sterling silver and turquoise jewelry, incorporating their own traditional motifs with silversmithing. The squash blossom necklace is perhaps one the most famous Navajo styles produced, along with turquoise inlay rings. Turquoise is an important stone in Navajo culture; symbolizing happiness, good fortune, and good health.

The first Navajo silversmith, Atsidi Sani, was taught around 1865 by a Mexican silversmith. Atsidi Sani in turn taught his four sons, who then started teaching other Navajo artisans.

In the beginning, Navajo artisans created sterling silver jewelry for themselves and others in the Navajo Nation. The concept of Pawn, Old Pawn, and Dead Pawn Native American Jewelry came to be in the 1800s. When a loan wasnt repaid, the item became known as either Old Pawn or Dead Pawn.

Southwest jewelry from the American Southwest is unique to itself and has a look that has become popular worldwide. Southwest jewelry was originally created by Native American and Mexican artistic influence, and has gained popularity throughout the years, becoming a staple of many contemporary designs.

Bisbee Turquoise is mined in Arizona and was accidentally discovered while mining for copper. Bisbee Turquoise is well known for its medium to dark blue with red, black, or brown matrixes.

It is also found with a deep green color and a webbed or dendritic chocolate brown matrix. PLEASE WAIT FOR AN UPDATED INVOICE BEFORE PAYING FOR YOUR ITEMS.

Thank you for your cooperation. The item "Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25" is in sale since Saturday, March 31, 2018. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Rings".

The seller is "abeautifultimeco" and is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. This item can be shipped worldwide.

  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Ring Size: 6.25
  • Ethnic Origin: Navajo
  • Main Stone: Turquoise
  • Metal Purity: .925
  • Jewelry Type: Rings
  • Signed?

    : Unsigned
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Sizable: Yes
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Antique Vintage Native Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Turquoise Rope Ring Sz 6.25