By Navajo
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage signed Navajo modern minimalist two-finger double-sterling-band solitaire ring features a black onyx cabochon bezel set in silver on one end of a yellow-gold gilt chased asymmetrical curvilinear top, which will span nearly three fingers over the soldered sterling bands. One band is US-size 8, the larger one is 8.5.
On the underside of the flat top, the zigzag mark of a lightning bolt or snake serpent may represent an artisan or a Native American trading post that acquired such jewelry when tribe members pawned pieces when in need of goods or credit. Old Pawn jewelry...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Solitaire Rings
MaterialsOnyx, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal