Vintage Turquoise Two Stone Ring
 
This lovely ring belonged to a wonderful lady named Margaret.  She grew up in New Mexico and became a social worker in Santa Fe.  She and her husband never had children of their own, but adopted a a chubby cheeked baby boy named David.  He grew up to become an archaeologist with many of his discovered items being housed in New Mexico museums and even at the American Pavilion at Disney's Epcot Center.  Margaret loved to spend time with her son and his wife and enjoyed Native American jewelry.  Her family is looking to find good home for some of her amazing jewelry items.  The sterling band is adorned with domed shells while the medium to light saturated turquoise stones sit atop with copper veining.  NO cracks or dents to metal work and NO breaks to the stones.  The band is wide at approx. 6mm to the base.  The perfect addition to your jeans and sweater!
 
* Sterling Silver (tested)
* Natural Turquoise Stones
* No Maker's Mark
*11.49 grams
* c. 1980's
 
Turquoise is a purification stone.  It dispels negative energy and can be worn to protect against outside influences or pollutants in the atmosphere.  Turquoise balances and aligns all the chakras, stabilizing mood swings and instilling inner calm.  It is excellent for depression and exhaustion, it also has the power to prevent panic attacks.  Turquoise promotes self-realization and assists creative problem solving.  It is a symbol of friendship, and stimulates romantic love.
 
Turquoise aids in the absorption of nutrients, enhances the immune system, stimulates the regeneration of tissue, and heals the whole body.  It contains anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects, and alleviates cramps and pain.  Turquoise purifies lungs, soothes and clears sore throats, and heals the eyes, including cataracts.  It neutralizes over-acidity, benefits rheumatism, gout, stomach problems, and viral infections.