This handcrafted ring features two incredible pieces of bright-blue Turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty and Blue Ridge Turquoise mines. Like all my work, this ring is a complete one of a kind, made using recycled silver, cruelty-free materials, ethically sourced crystals and environmentally friendly methods.
I have created this ring in a size 7 1/2 (Australian size O).
Total Ring Face Length: 25mm approx.
Total Ring Face Width: 16mm approx.
♥ Ring Features:
⦁ Genuine Turquoise, ethically sourced the Sleeping Beauty and Blue Ridge Turquoise mines.
⦁ 925 sterling silver split ring band.
⦁ Thick 925 sterling silver backing.
⦁ 999 fine silver star bezels around the stones.
⦁ 925 sterling silver star accents.
⦁ 925 sterling silver ball accents.
⦁ Three golden ball accents crafted from jewellers-grade brass with a tone similar to 14k yellow gold.
⦁ Oxidised darker in parts for contrast.
⦁ Polished to a high shine.
⦁ Silver is nickel free.
♥ Handcrafted:
⦁ Created by hand in Melbourne, Australia.
⦁ Crafted entirely from scratch, without machinery or ring moulds.
⦁ Created using traditional metalsmithing techniques (hammers, fire, anvil etc).
♥ Uniqueness:
⦁ A complete one of a kind piece.
⦁ All precious metals used have been recycled.
⦁ Each stone is handpicked and ethically sourced.
⦁ No chemicals are used in the creating process.
⦁ Each piece is created with respect and love for the Earth.
💎SLEEPING BEAUTY TURQUOISE LORE:
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise from Arizona has become one of the most important Turquoise mines in the world. The Mine was originally first found by the Native Americans during the Anasazi times, where the Turquoise was mined with hand tools and little bits were collected at a time. Sleeping Beauty Turquoise is famous for its baby blue or "Robin's Egg" blue colour, and its name comes from the mountain where it is mined, which resembles a sleeping woman laying on her back with arms crossed.
💎BLUE RIDGE TURQUOISE LORE:
Positioned near Crescent Valley and Gold Acres in Nevada, the Blue Ridge Mine produces only a rare amount of blue and yellowish green turquoise. Due to the presence of zinc, this mine remains one of the most unique deposits for its variety of colour. Turquoise from the Blue Ridge Mine is highly prized by collectors and high-end jewellery crafters for its rare mix of striking blue and vivid green stones.
💎TURQUOISE LORE & PROPERTIES:
Turquoise is perhaps the oldest stone in human history, revered as a sacred talisman by kings, shamans, and warriors alike. From the burial masks of Ancient Egypt to the intricate mosaics of the Aztecs, from Persian palaces to Native American jewelry, Turquoise has long been worn for its beauty, power, and protective qualities. Many cultures believed it brought strength, luck, and spiritual insight, while shielding the wearer from harm.
Geologically, Turquoise forms through the slow percolation of mineral-rich water into rock, often in arid regions. This gives rise to its distinct colour variations, ranging from pale sky blue to deep green, and its beautiful matrix patterns, which differ depending on the mine of origin. The stones in this collection come from a range of trusted sources in the US and Mexico, each with its own unique hue, pattern, and history.
Wearing Turquoise is said to awaken intuition and soothe the soul. It is a stone of peace and self-expression, thought to foster honest communication and deepen connections. Symbolising friendship and truth, it’s also a beloved travel companion, carried or worn for protection and guidance on life's journeys, both literal and spiritual.
