Ring's face is 1 3/8" in lenght X 1" width. Ring size is 8 1/2..
Signed
"NEF" on back side of ring's face
Date of creation
Circa 1970's
Condition
Excellent. Shows little wear, save for normal oxidation.
Turquoise
Natural Arizona Morenci or Sleeping Beauty, without visible matrix
Provenance
From the Jewel Box collection in Arizona
Gram weight
10.6 grams
About The Oval Cluster Ring
This ring presents a cluster of 14 stones, set within an oval field framed by low dome silver "raindrops". Its workmanship is solid and the design has a pleasing balance.
The best book to explain the steps in creating Zuni cluster jewelry is Oscar Branson's Indian Jewelry Making. Volume II. Look at page 48 illustrating each step to create a cluster bracelet.