Vintage Women's Silver Ring with Blue-Green Turquoise (Size 4-1/2) Beautiful Vintage Women's Silver Ring with Blue-Green Turquoise (Size 4-1/2) This ring is composed of a single piece of free-form turquoise, set within a bezel of sterling silver The bezel is done in a braided rope pattern to accentuate the stone's shape and color 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: 4-1/2 Weight: 5.0 grams Metal: Silver Features: Turquoise Hallmarks: (none) Condition: Excellent condition; some faint 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 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. Please note that the buyer is responsible for return shipping and a 15% restocking fee may apply if the item is not returned in the same condition that you received it. 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 click "Ask a question" below, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you. Continental Coin and Jewelry Company Web Department: Monday ? Friday, from 10:30am ? 6:00pm PST Reference Item # AV-2244 JBC 10/12/15