This Item is located in the US. Vintage Sterling Silver Ring with Oval Light-Blue Turquoise Cabochon (Size 6) This product data sheet is originally written in English. Vintage Sterling Silver Ring with Oval Light-Blue Turquoise (Size 6) Intricate Vintage Sterling Silver Ring with Oval Light-Blue Turquoise (Size 6) This ring is composed of a single piece of light blue turquoise, set within a bezel of sterling silver The shoulders of the ring are adorned with an intricate baroque-style design, finished off with four small hearts The pastel shades of turquoise have endeared it to many great cultures of antiquity: it has adorned the rulers of Ancient Egypt, the Aztecs, Persia, Mesopotamia, the Indus Valley, and to some extent in ancient China since at least the Shang Dynasty. A common belief that many of these civilizations held was that turquoise possessed certain mystical qualities; it was thought to change color with the wearer's health and protect him or her from untoward forces. Size: 6 Weight: 7.2 grams Metal: Sterling silver Features: Turquoise Hallmarks: 925 Condition: Fair condition; scratches visible; multiple dark spots on the metal *Condition descriptions are approximate. Please see photos for the actual item you are bidding on. Visit Our Store: Continental Coin and Jewelry 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. *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. We offer a 14 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. 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-2243 JBC 10/12/15 The pastel shades of turquoise have endeared it to many great cultures of antiquity: it has adorned the rulers of Ancient Egypt, the Aztecs, Persia, Mesopotamia, the Indus Valley, and to some extent in ancient China since at least the Shang Dynasty. A common belief that many of these civilizations held was that turquoise possessed certain mystical qualities; it was thought to change color with the wearer's health and protect him or her from untoward forces. 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. *The customs requirements for each country, including all import duties, taxes, and fees are the responsibility of the buyer. All international packages will Main Stone Shape Cabochon Color Blue Main Stone Color Blue Brand Unbranded Metal Silver Metal Purity 0.925 Shape Oval Ethnic Regional Style Southwestern Vintage Yes Jewelry Type Ring Ring Size 6 Type Ring Main Stone Turquoise