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Native American, Southwestern United States, Navajo, ca. mid 20th century CE. A lovely hand-crafted ring comprised of sterling silver (95% silver) and a polished turquoise stone. The stone is ovoid with natural black veins and sits in a serrated bezel on an ovoid face. Below the stone is a raised and incised motif of a stylized eagle which may represent a thunderbird. The bird’s body is triangular, and the wings are outstretched and reach to the shoulders of the shank. The shank tapers from the shoulders to a thin band. The verso of the face is stamped with the hallmark “STERLING © $.” This ring is wearable and has a nice patina from age. The thunderbird is a symbol of power and strength and a popular motif that has been adopted by many Native American tribes. Size (ring): 0.875" W x 1" H (2.2 cm x 2.5 cm); (center stone): 0.3" L x 0.2" W (0.8 cm x 0.5 cm); quality of silver: 95%; total weight: 8.4 grams

Provenance: private Los Angeles County, California, USA collection, acquired by descent from the owner's father, collection amassed between 1950-1990

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#122775

Wearable as shown. Very light water spotting along underside of face and shank. Otherwise, overall intact and very good. Nice dark patina.