MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, Turquoise, and Opal.

MEASUREMENTS:

Ring is size 8-1/2, it measures approximately 1/2" long and 3/4"wide.

DESCRIPTION:

An offer like this will not last long! This piece of jewelry ishand crafted out of genuine sterling silver, along with realTurquoise and man made Opal inlay. The inlay is carerfullyset, while creating an elegant design for a beautifullook. The ring is stamped sterling and hallmarked.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed thatturquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcomeillness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders calledTurks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkeycenturies ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since thetime of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The naturalvariations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal andbeauty.

Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it issemi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water,and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning preciousstone. Opal is October's birthstone. It is believed to releaseself-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens one'spsychic and mystical qualities.