LARGE EARLY VINTAGE NAVAJO STERLING SILVER IRIDESCENT TIGERS EYE RING sz 10.25

  
On offer is an authentic, large handsome vintage NAVAJO hand wrought. 925 sterling silver ring adorned with a natural hand-cut and polished rectangle shaped iridescent cabochon TIGERS EYE stone framed by silver rope. The stone appears as a solid reddish brown until it catches the light, then it flashes dramatically brilliant golden colors. The ring is not hallmarked which was quite common in NATIVE AMERICAN silver prior to the 1970's. We believe this ring was created circa 1950 or perhaps earlier. This ring was skillfully crafted with attention to detail in the NAVAJO tradition and is in very good vintage condition (please see ALL photos for an accurate detailed depiction). It has the smooth feel of well made vintage jewelry. The natural hand-cut and polished cabochon TIGERS EYE stone is in very good condition with no chips or cracks. It is firmly and securely set in a smooth silver bezel. 5/8" long x 1/2" wide. Overall, the ring plaque measures approx. 11/16" long x 5/8" wide; the double half round wire band shank is approx. 3/8" tapering to 3/16+" wide. This NAVAJO ring will fit approx. It weighs 10.5 grams. This handsome, classic vintage NAVAJO. 925 sterling silver and iridescent TIGERS EYE stone crafted by a skilled artisan would make an outstanding addition to any Twentieth Century Native American Silver and Stone Jewelry, or Historic Cultural Arts and Crafts collection. We have been involved in the design and creation of contemporary jewelry at the undergraduate and post graduate level since 1967.

In 1975 we opened a gallery of hand wrought fine art contemporary jewels and have since handled thousands of unique, one of a kind and limited edition pieces crafted predominantly by American artisans with a special emphasis on Native American Art. Will be determined upon request.

We believe our photos and description to be an accurate testament. Thus, ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Thanks for looking and good luck.