This is a superlative vintage Navajo large single stone silver ring. This incredible ring contains a large chunky Cerrillos turquoise stone. Surrounding the stone are wonderful silver works that consist of a thick silver rope and wave works. I absolutely love the beauty of this ring and the coloration of the stone. The Cerrillos Turquoise Mine is a historic mine located in Cerrillos, New Mexico, United States. Cerrillos, which means "little hills" in Spanish, is a small village about 20 miles south of Santa Fe.
The Cerrillos Turquoise Mine has a long history of turquoise mining that dates back over a thousand years. It was a significant source of turquoise for the Native American Pueblo people, who considered turquoise a sacred stone with spiritual significance. The mine was also later worked by Spanish explorers and settlers.
The turquoise found at the Cerrillos mine is known for its unique blue and green coloration, often with a brown or black matrix. The mine produced a variety of turquoise types, including the highly prized "Cerrillos turquoise" and "Cerrillos Hills turquoise."
Today, the Cerrillos Turquoise Mine is no longer an active mining operation. However, it still holds historical and cultural significance. Visitors can explore the mine site and learn about the history of turquoise mining in the area. The Cerrillos Turquoise Mining Museum, located nearby, showcases artifacts, tools, and information related to turquoise mining. The center stone measures around 7/8" x 1/2". The ring face measures around 1-1/8" x 3/4". The ring size is around 6. Cir. Mid century . Sterling silver. Sturdy 12 grams.
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