Up for sale is this wondrous vintage Navajo ring! It features a Sleeping Beauty turquoise stone, a coral stone, hand carved silver beads, and a hand stamped graduated solid silver band! A gorgeous design!
The Sleeping Beauty turquoise mine, nestled in Globe, Arizona, is a legendary source of turquoise renowned for its exquisite sky-blue color and remarkable lack of matrix. This mine has been active since the early 20th century and has consistently produced some of the most sought-after turquoise in the world. Its stones are characterized by their pure, vibrant blue hue, making them highly prized by artisans, jewelers, and collectors alike. The name "Sleeping Beauty" derives from the nearby mountain range, which is said to resemble a reclining woman. The turquoise from this mine has become a staple in Native American jewelry, with artists valuing its clean, uniform appearance that allows for versatile design possibilities. The Sleeping Beauty turquoise mine remains an enduring symbol of natural beauty and craftsmanship in the world of gemstones. The largest stone measures around 3/8" x 3/8". The ring face measures around 3/4" x 5/8". The ring size is around 11. Sterling silver. Sturdy 12 grams.
Make Us an Offer- Due to the high demand of our items, many pieces sell quite fast. The most frequent email we receive are from buyers who waited too long to make us an offer and suddenly lost out because another buyer came in and purchased. Send us your reasonable offer today, we are flexible and you have nothing to lose! Ahéhee' (Thank you)
How Layaway Works:
Layaway programs we offer that you can choose from when you pay for the item:
- Shop Pay Installments (Usually 4 payments)
- Affirm (Up to 12 payments)
-Klarna (Usually 4 payments)
How Does Layaway Work with Making an Offer?
If your offer is accepted you will receive an email invoice from us and will be able to choose your layaway program when you pay the invoice. If for some reason you cannot get approved for any of the programs simply let us know and we will cancel out the invoice. You have nothing to lose and the most beautiful art to gain! :)