Pawn Jewelry-Navajo ring w/ 3-oval turquoise stones

Navajo handcrafted silver ring.It features 3 turquoise oval stones that are mounted horizontally. This simple ring shows the blue/green turquoise coloring perfectly. It has a sturdy feel and is comfortable to wear. 

 It comes attached to its original red pawn ticket.The term "pawn" refers to jewelry that has been pawned to brokers. The practice of pawning jewelry began in the early 1900s when Native Americans and traders would exchange jewelry for food and other necessities, it is still used today and is embedded in the Navajo culture. 

Material: Sterling silver & turquosie

Tribe affiliation: Navajo

Time period: current 

Mounting measurements : 3/4" x 1/2"-