Vintage Southwestern Native American Style Turquoise and Sterling Silver Floral Ring

This is a vintage Southwestern-style statement ring, likely of Native American (Navajo) origin, featuring a central oval turquoise cabochon. The turquoise stone exhibits a vibrant robin's egg blue to light green hue with subtle brown matrix inclusions, set securely within a handmade sawtooth bezel. The setting is elaborate, characterized by a scalloped or petal-like silver border that gives the piece a floral or 'sunflower' silhouette. Adorning the sides are two hand-stamped silver leaves with detailed vein work and a small silver rain bead (raindrop) at the base, indicative of traditional smithing techniques. The silver possesses a heavy, natural dark patina in the recessed areas, which provides excellent contrast against the polished raised surfaces and the bright stone. While no maker's marks are visible from this angle, the craftsmanship suggests a mid-20th-century construction (circa 1950s-1970s). The ring shows signs of gentle wear consistent with age, including minor surface scratches and tarnishing on the silver, though the stone remains well-seated without visible cracks or significant chips. The overall design is a classic example of Fred Harvey era or post-war Southwestern jewelry aesthetic, demonstrating high-quality hand-chased details and assembly.