Turquoise Navajo Ring with Triple Wire Shank

Navajo handcrafted ring. Made of sterling silver and genuine turquoise, it features a irregular shaped stone with a single silver bead. It is mounted on a triple 1/2 round wire made of heavy silver.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. 

Measurements:

Mounting: 1-1/8" x 7/8" Stone: 3/4" x 3/4" Shank: 3/8" in width