One of a kind. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
This ring was forged from raw silver ingot — built by hand from scratch in the Appalachian Mountains of Bald Creek, North Carolina. No casting. No molds. Every element was worked at the anvil using traditional smithing techniques passed down through generations of metalworkers.
The Stone
The centerpiece is a natural Nevada mountain turquoise cabochon — forest green with warm iron matrix running through it like veins of earth. 11 carats of untreated, unbacked, unstabilized turquoise. This is the real thing: no resin, no dye, no shortcuts. Just stone pulled from the ground and set in silver the way it was meant to be.
The Bezel
The bezel is the defining feature of this ring. Hand-fabricated from heavy 16-gauge sterling silver and castellated by hand — each tooth cut individually to create the fortress-like crown that locks the stone in place. It’s not decorative. It’s structural. Built to last generations.
The Band
The wide tapered band is hand-stamped all the way around with chevron arrow motifs using custom-made stamping tools. The oxidized relief makes every arrow pop against the polished silver. The stamp work continues unbroken from shoulder to shoulder — no gaps, no shortcuts. Hallmarked RW and stamped Sterling for authenticity.
The Details
- Material: .925 sterling silver, hand-forged from raw ingot
- Stone: Natural Nevada mountain turquoise, ~11ct, unbacked, unstabilized
- Face: 16 × 23mm (including bezel)
- Band: Tapered 11mm (top) / 9.5mm (back)
- Ring size: 8.25 — fits like an 8 due to band width
- Total weight: 16.61g (0.59 oz)
- Bezel: 16-gauge, hand-castellated
- Finish: Oxidized + high polish
- Stamps: RW, Sterling
- Made in: Bald Creek, NC, USA
Care
Turquoise is a natural porous stone — avoid prolonged exposure to water, chemicals, and harsh soaps. The oxidized finish can be refreshed with a soft polishing cloth.
Shipping
Free insured domestic shipping. Ships within 1–3 business days.
