Vintage Navajo Sterling & Sky Blue Turquoise Ring, Size 9 This beautiful vintage ring is a classic example of Navajo craftsmanship from the American Southwest. The piece features a striking, elongated cabochon of sky blue turquoise, a highly prized color of the stone, set within a simple bezel. The face of the ring is accented with intricate, hand-placed silver water drops (or "raindrops"), a traditional decorative element that symbolizes rainfall, which is essential to life and prosperity. The ring is further secured by a triple split shank, a design technique that provides extra stability and is characteristic of vintage Native American jewelry. Although it lacks a stamp, the metal has been tested and confirmed to be sterling silver. The ring is a women's size 9 and has a bold presence on the finger, measuring 1 1/8" long. This is an authentic piece of wearable art, rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty.