Wet your appetite for amazing southwest-inspired jewelry with this handmade Chaco Canyon Southwest Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Scalloped Knuckle Ring. An oval stabilized Kingman turquoise cabochon (approx. 30x18mm) is bezel-set in a frame of rope-textured sterling silver. The scalloped edge of the table is hand stamped with a traditional Navajo wave pattern symbolizing water and wind.
Chaco Canyon Southwest Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Scalloped Knuckle Ring Features:
- Measures approx. 1-11/16"L x 1-1/4"W x 3/8"H with 3/16"W shank
- Available in ring sizes 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12
- Oxidized finish
- Multi-split shoulders
- Tapered shank
- Stamped .925
- Made in USA
- Boxed
- Comes with a certificate of authenticity
About stabilized turquoise...
Moisture, skin oils and environmental factors can change the color of turquoise jewelry if left untreated. But stabilizing turquoise helps preserve the stone's normal color. Natural, mined turquoise nuggets are heated at a very low temperature for about a week, slowly drawing out moisture without damaging the texture. The stones are then placed into acrylic or polymer chemicals to replace water molecules. This stabilizes the stone and keeps its beauty and value intact.