Oval Red Spiny Oyster Ring with Bead Details by Albert Jake

Hand crafted by Albert Jake ("A. Jake"), this highly oxidized sterling silver ring features an oval-shaped red spiny oyster shell cabochon framed by twisted rope wire and raised sterling silver "shot" and bead elements at the top and bottom. The high polish of the tall plain bezel and heavily stamped details on the band which extend fully around make this piece a real statement!

Materials: Sterling silver, red spiny oyster shell Spiny Oyster Shell or Spondylus shells are, indeed, very spiny, but the polished product looks very smooth the most used Spondylid Bivalve shell colors include orange, reds, and purples and may include distinct striations and color variations. In the American Oceans, the Spondylids occur along the North American coasts, as far north as North Carolina, on the Atlantic Coast, and northwestern Mexico Red Spiny Oysters grow in deeper water from 35ft-300ft, making them more difficult to find and harvest.

Measurements: Mounting measures 1 3/4" x 7/8". Shank tapers from 5/8" to 3/8" wide. Stone measures 1" x 5/8".