Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Inlay Ring Size 8.75 Signed Joe

This exquisite 1970s ring features natural Turquoise chips inlaid in a Sterling Silver mounting. Stamped 'sterling' twice and 'CJ' by Navajo Silversmith Corbet Joe, this size 8.75 ring weighs approximately 11.70 grams and is in very good condition for its age, with some visible scratches and pitting but no structural issues. The top of the ring is 16 mm at its widest, tapering to 5 mm at the bottom of the band for comfortable wear.

Turquoise, an ancient and revered gemstone, is celebrated for its distinctive blue-green hues, ranging from sky blue to vibrant green. This opaque mineral, a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminum, often features intricate matrix patterns, adding to its unique character. With a hardness of 5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, it's relatively soft, requiring gentle care. Historically significant in many cultures, particularly in Native American traditions, Turquoise is valued for its beauty and perceived protective qualities.