Vintage Sterling Silver Ring with Royston Green Turquoise Matrix Size 9

This exquisite vintage ring features a stunning 33 mm x 19 mm Turquoise cabochon from the Royston mine, bezel set in a beautifully crafted Sterling Silver band. The gemstone's vibrant blue-greens and speckled browns are perfectly accented by the simple Silver design, making it a perfect statement piece for any jewelry collection. Although unstamped, this classy size 9 circa 1980s ring has been tested as Sterling Silver and is in very good condition for its age. The top of the ring is 40.6 mm at its longest, over the 4.7 mm band. The ring displays a patina typical of its age and has been cleaned but not polished. Although this ring has a Native American style to it, we cannot attribute it to any specific Artisan.

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.