Vintage Boho Native American Style Turquoise Ring

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This vintage ring is a showy piece of Southwestern-style silversmithing, built around a single elongated marquise-shaped turquoise cabochon. The stone … Read more This vintage ring is a showy piece of Southwestern-style silversmithing, built around a single elongated marquise-shaped turquoise cabochon. The stone is a vivid sky-to-deep-teal blue, with dark brown and black matrix veining that swirls through it like a small landscape. A few tiny metallic flecks glint within the matrix. The stone sits in a smooth, fine bezel, and a twisted rope wire follows the pointed oval outline and adds a tactile, hand-formed frame. Around the outside, a continuous border of round silver beads, or “dots”, sets off the whole motif like a scalloped halo. The beads are slightly irregular, which confirms the handwork. The split shoulders sweep out from the head in two tapering shanks, which gives the ring an open, graceful profile. The sterling silver has a warm, mellow patina, with darker oxidation gathering around the rope and beads so the raised detail reads in crisp relief. The long, narrow head elongates the finger and gives the ring a bold, balanced presence.

Substantial yet comfortable, this ring suits everyday wear, stacking with other silver, or a curated Southwestern jewelry display, and it pairs well with denim, linen, and earthy neutrals. It complements Boho Chic, Southwestern, Rustic, Eclectic, and Organic Modern styling. The stone measures approximately 0.95 inches (24 mm) long and 0.45 inches (11 mm) wide, the head measures approximately 1.15 inches (29 mm) long and 0.7 inches (18 mm) wide, and the split band tapers to approximately 0.12 inches (3 mm) at the back. Condition is good: the sterling shows minor scuffs and blemishes consistent with age, and the piece is in great as-found condition. For care, polish gently with a soft silver cloth, avoid water, perfume, and harsh dips that can strip the oxidation, and remove before washing hands or swimming, since turquoise is porous. Inquire today to add this striking piece to your collection. See less