Square Top Ring with Diamond Shape Turquoise Set in Silver [SOLD]

By all indications, this Zuni Pueblo-made ring dates from the 1930s or 1940s. It was artistically crafted, with sections of light green turquoise and jet set in silver channels. The center features a diamond- shaped turquoise cab placed in silver channels with jet at each of its corners, which was then set in a frame of silver channels and turquoise.

At the top of the wide silver solid shank are two very thin bands of turquoise and jet mosaic inlay.  Age has resulted in minor scratches to the surface, evidence of loving wear. The ring has a hallmark of “G,” for which we have been unable to determine the identity of the silversmith.

Condition: The Square Top Ring with Diamond Shape Turquoise Set in Silver is in good condition, with patterns of wear which testifies to long periods of wear.

Provenance: From the extensive Southwest Indian Jewelry collection of a gentleman from Colorado

Recommended Reading:

- Southwest Silver Jewelry by Paula Baker

- Navajo and Pueblo Silversmiths by John Adair