Pawn Jewelry-Navajo turquoise ring

Navajo handcrafted ring. Featuring a single oval stone surrounded by a creative twist wire.The unique design  adds a littel flair to the ring.It is light weight and easy 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 & turquoise

Tribe affiliation: Navajo

Time period: current 

Ring Size:  * This ring can be sized to the following sizes  6,6.5,7,7.5,8,8.5

Overall measurements: 1-1/4" length x 5/8" width