Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Ring with Malachite Onyx (Size 11) Taxco TF-83 Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Ring with Malachite Onyx (Size 11) Signed by TF-83 This ring is composed of a single piece of green malachite and two pieces of onyx, inlayed into a beautiful silver ring High levels of craftsmanship are evident in this piece, as is to be expected from a Taxco silversmith The stone's name derives from Greek "molochitis lithos" (mallow-green stone). The mineral was given this name due to its resemblance to the leaves of the Mallow plant. Archeological evidence indicates that the mineral has been mined and smelted to obtain copper at Timna Valley in Israel for over 3,000 years. Since then, malachite has been used as both an ornamental stone and as a gemstone. Size: 11 Weight: 16.0 grams Metal: Sterling silver Features: Malachite, onyx, made in Taxco Hallmarks: TF-83 MEXICO 925 Condition: Excellent condition; some scratches visible under magnification *Condition descriptions are approximate. Please see photos for the actual item you are bidding on. Visit Our Store: Continental Coin and Jewelry Free US Shipping with Insurance Included: All items are professionally packaged and shipped. All shipments include insurance and delivery confirmation or signature confirmation. Local Pick-up is available in our showroom. (Contact us for payment methods to pay on pickup.) International Shipping: Worldwide shipping at buyer's expense. *The customs requirements for each country, including all import duties, taxes, and fees are the responsibility of the buyer. All international packages will have the required customs declaration and value of order. California Buyers: 9% sales tax will be added. If you spend the equivalent of $1,500.00 or more on coins or bullion, those items are tax-free! Returns Policy: Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. We offer a 30 day money back return policy. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please notify us so that we can begin the returns process. Please note that the buyer is responsible for return shipping and a 20% restocking fee. About Us: As one of the largest Coin Jewelry Companies on the west coast, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectibles for over 50 years. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please let us know, and we will respond as soon as possible. For immediate service, please contact us at the phone number below. Thank you. Continental Coin and Jewelry Company Web Department: Monday ? Friday, from 10:30am ? 6:00pm PST Reference Item # AV-2261 JBC 10/9/15