Navajo overlay ring with Coral

DISTINCTIVE NAVAJO RING BY ARTIST MARCO BENALLY

Artist: MARCO BENALLY Born in Ganado, AZ in 1957, Marco Begaye grew up on the Navajo reservation with his family of jewelry artists. Notably, Marco is the son of Jimmy Begaye; and brother of Vernon Begaye, who is also recognized for his exceptional jewelry. Marco Begaye trained and perfected his craft with master jeweler, Lee Yazzie. 

Beautifully detailed turquoise ring set in sold sterling silver. Hand crafted by renown Navajo artist Marco Benally. This rings measures 1" 5/8 x 1" with both smooth and textured overlay silver work. A single piece of oval red coral sets in the center. A simple piece of low dome wire surrounds the outside edge framing the beautiful silver work. Marco is known for his attention to detail and this ring is no exception. Easily sized to fit your finger.

Red coral (Corallium Rubrum) comes from certain areas, such as the Mediterranean, where the specific water temperature and conditions allow coral to thrive. Coral is a hardened tube or branch. Only about 10% of coral is considered jewelry quality. Coral comes in shades from blood-red to orange to pink to white.