Native American Rings | Handcrafted Turquoise & Silver

Ring Features:

• .925 sterling silver
• Handmade Navajo construction
  
• Hallmark attributed to Robert Mayes
• Circa late 1980s
• Blue-green turquoise cabochon consistent with Royston material
• Condition: Fine — see SCJ Vintage Condition Guide>

Ring Specifications:

• Wear scale: medium-large
• Turquoise: 1 1/8" x 1/2" (bezel to bezel)
• Face width: 1/2"
• Length: 1 1/8"
  
• Ring size: 7.25
• Weight: 12.9 grams

ABOUT THIS PIECE:

This contemporary Native American ring is all about the stone. 

The silverwork is intentionally minimalist — a slim bezel that allows the turquoise to command the composition. Along the shoulders, chased crescent moons introduce subtle movement, grounding the design in Navajo bench tradition without competing for attention.

The shank carries quiet structural strength. It remains wide where it meets the face and at the adjustable end, tapering only at the center for comfort against the finger. This construction keeps the ring visually balanced from above while ensuring it wears securely and comfortably.

The cabochon is the undeniable focal point. Vivid green hues, layered with flashes of blue, move across the warm golden matrix, creating a level of contrast and depth prized by many turquoise enthusiasts. The patterning feels organic and dynamic rather than flat, with color that shifts subtly with changing light and a dramatic interplay of the elements, hues, and texture — a visual character often associated with Royston material.

The elongated vertical silhouette enhances the effect by lengthening the finger while maintaining a confident, streamlined profile. It reads bold through colors rather than proportion or heavy ornamentation.

Hallmarked and attributed to Navajo silversmith Robert Mayes, this late-1980s example reflects an era when bold cabochons and restrained silverwork were often paired in Southwestern studio jewelry.

PERFECT FOR:

• Collectors who prioritize exceptional turquoise
• Those drawn to clean, vertical statement rings
• Modern Southwestern and tailored styling
• Layering with silver cuffs or wearing as a singular focal piece
• Anyone who appreciates vivid Royston-toned matrix patterns

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