Earth & Sea - Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring (VR1072)

Earth & Sea - Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring (VR1072)

$275.00

Earth & Sea - Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 925 sterling silver, tested. The ring features one baroque oval cabochon turquoise (simulated), vintage era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is comprised of an expertly bezel-set beautiful bluish/green turquoise gemstone, displaying a black/rusty coloured matrix. The gallery also exhibits a silver rope design, which adds character and detail to the piece. The shoulders feature a split design, whilst the shank is smooth, and solid, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. This vintage era ring would make perfect gift or addition to any vintage jewelry collection.

History: Turquoise was one of the first gemstones ever mined, perhaps dating back to 6000 BC, in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. ... Turquoise has been mined in Iran for over 3,000 years. It has been used for thousands of years for jewelry by the Ancient Egyptians, who buried fine pieces with mummies.

Simulated turquoise has a history intertwined with the popularity and scarcity of the genuine gemstone. As natural turquoise became more difficult to mine and therefore more expensive, manufacturers began producing imitations using materials like howlite and magnesite, which were then dyed and stabilized to resemble turquoise. This practice became prevalent in the 1990s when Chinese manufacturers began producing large quantities of dyed and stabilized materials.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 25.50 mm x 16.00 mm

Stone Size: Turquoise (Simulated) 22.00 mm x 12.50 mm

Weight: 5.00 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Asia

Date: Circa 1990