Kingman Turquoise Navajo Ring Sterling Silver Antionette Martinez

This Kingman Turquoise Navajo Ring in sterling silver is a handcrafted piece of Southwestern jewelry featuring a natural Kingman turquoise stone set in a traditional Navajo silver setting. The ring shows classic bench-made construction with a sawtooth bezel, split shank band, and hand-finished sterling silver, techniques commonly used in Navajo silversmithing throughout the mid-20th century and continuing today.

Kingman turquoise, mined in Arizona, is one of the most recognized American turquoise stones and has been used in Navajo jewelry for generations. Its strong blue color with natural variation makes it especially desirable to collectors of authentic Southwest silverwork.

This ring is stamped by Navajo silversmith Antionette Martinez. Jewelry marked Martinez is seen on a variety of handmade Navajo pieces, as Martinez is a common surname among Navajo artisans working in traditional sterling silver and turquoise jewelry. While detailed biographies are not always recorded for working silversmiths, pieces bearing this hallmark are recognized as bench-made Native American jewelry using classic Southwestern techniques rather than mass-produced casting.

The back of the ring shows the artist's hallmark along with sterling, confirming genuine silver and handmade origin. Pieces like this are made individually rather than mass produced, making each one unique.

Only one available.

Specifications

Type: Turquoise ring
Material: Sterling silver, natural turquoise
Stone: Kingman turquoise cabochon
Size: 8
Style: Southwestern, handcrafted
Setting: Sawtooth bezel, split shank
Use: Jewelry, collection, ritual wear

Care / Safety Notes

Small object. Keep away from children and pets. Avoid harsh chemicals and moisture to protect the stone and silver. Store in a dry place when not in use.

Kingman Turquoise — The Stone of the Desert Sky