Vintage Native American Sterling Silver Turquoise and Coral Eagle Ring

This is a vintage Southwest-style ring expertly handcrafted in sterling silver, featuring a zoomorphic design resembling an eagle's head or stylized feathers. The ring is set with three round cabochons: two high-quality turquoise stones exhibiting a vibrant teal-green hue with subtle matrix variations, and one Mediterranean red coral stone. Each stone is secured in a classic saw-tooth bezel, a hallmark of traditional Native American silverwork. The body of the ring showcases deep, expressive hand-chased texture that mimics organic feather patterns, flowing from the central settings down the shoulders of the band. A central silver raindrop or bead separates the stones, adding a focal point to the arrangement. Structurally, the ring appears to have a thick, high-gauge silver construction consistent with mid-20th-century artisanal production. The condition shows moderate surface wear and fine scratches typical of age, with a natural gray-black patina developing in the recessed textures of the silver, which enhances the visual depth of the feathering. The 'STERLING' stamp and the specific maker's mark (described as a 'T' with a dash) suggest it may be attributed to a specific Navajo or Pueblo silversmith from the 1960s-1970s era, known for durability and cultural aesthetic motifs. The craftsmanship is high, evidenced by the symmetry of the bezels and the fluidity of the silver carving.