THE STORY BEHIND THE JEWELRY
MATERIALS:
Sterling silver, Turquoise, and Opal.
MEASUREMENTS:
Ring is size 7-3/4, it measures approximately 1/2" long and
3/4" wide.
DESCRIPTION:
This amazing ring depicts the beauty and elegance of the great
Southwest! This piece of jewelry is hand crafted out of
genuine sterling silver, along with real Turquoise and man made
Opal inlay. The inlay is carerfully set, while thin silver
lines can be seen accenting in between for a lovely finish. The
ring is stamped sterling and hallmarked.
Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that
turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome
illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called
Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey
centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the
time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural
variations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal and
beauty.
Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it is
semi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water,
and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning precious
stone. Opal is October's birthstone. It is believed to release
self-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens one's
psychic and mystical qualities.
