Bernyse Chavez design ring with Kingman turquoise- BIL 662

Bernyse Chavez design ring with Kingman turquoise. Set in solid sterling silver. Contemporary design. Large stone 1"1/4 x 3/4". The details of this ring are what make it such a special piece. Starting with the vertical hand stamped lines on the bezel and moving towards the unique ring shank with its flared split wire design, this is a special ring. The high grade Kingman turquoise stone has deep blue-green coloring. Easily sized to fit. NAVAJO HANDCRAFTED RING WITH KINGMAN TURQUOISE Kingman Turquoise originates in the Mineral Park Mining District near Kingman, Arizona. One of the largest domestic turquoise mines, it is found in a large open pit copper mine in the high desert country. The Kingman Mine district was first mined by Native Americans; it was part of the most extensive prehistoric workings in Arizona.