Vtg Zuni Turquoise Cluster Ring Sterling Silver Split Shank Native American Oval For Sale

Stunning Vintage Native American Zuni Turquoise Cluster Statement Ring - Large Oval FootprintUp for sale is a beautiful, authentic piece of Southwestern history. This large-scale, mid-century Zuni cluster ring features a striking oval footprint made of meticulously hand-cut turquoise stones. The craftsmanship speaks for itself, showing classic benchmarks of an early-to-mid 20th-century artisan piece.Key Features & Artisan Details:Hand-Forged Construction: Features a beautiful, traditional triple-prong split-shank band. Clear, defined hand-hammered tool marks are visible along the sides and back of the band.Hand-Sawed Bezels: Each individual turquoise stone is nestled into its own delicately serrated silver bezel cup, hand-cut with a jeweler\'s saw.Natural Turquoise Character: The robin\'s-egg blue stones show gorgeous natural color variance and faint mineral inclusions, along with a deep, natural silver patina on the backplate that only comes with authentic age.Tested Characteristics: This ring is unsigned, which is highly typical for Zuni pieces of this vintage era. The stones have been tested under a 395nm UV blacklight and exhibit a classic white-ish/violet fluorescence, confirming traditional old-school lapidary resin stabilization/backing used to safely cut fragile micro-stones.Condition:Excellent vintage condition with a beautiful, dark natural tarnish on the silver plate underneath. The band is solid and completely intact. No loose stones. Please review the photos closely as they serve as the primary description of the item\'s condition and exact scale.Measurements:Ring Size: based on uploaded photos, puts this around a 7. I can also confirm that the size is close. Face Dimensions: Approx. 1.5 inches long x 1 inches wideThis collector\'s piece will be packed with extreme care and shipped securely. Please message me with any questions before offerding or offering!