{"product_id":"the-zia-royston-turquoise-sterling-silver-ring","title":"The Zia — Royston Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of a kind. Once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ring was born from raw silver ingot — hand-forged from scratch using traditional smithing techniques in the Appalachian Mountains of Bald Creek, North Carolina. Every curve, every stamp, every detail was worked by hand. No casting. No shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centerpiece is a natural Royston ribbon turquoise cabochon sourced directly from Otteson Turquoise SST — the family mine featured on \u003cem\u003eTurquoise Fever\u003c\/em\u003e, now streaming on Amazon Prime. This stone is the real deal: 20.65 carats of untreated, backed natural turquoise with the signature green-white-rust ribbon matrix that Royston is known for. Measures 21.1 × 19.7 × 5.2mm and sits in a hand-twisted double rope sterling bezel that frames it perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Band\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide tapered band (19.5mm at the top, 12.2mm at the back) is hand-stamped with traditional Southwestern motifs — Zia sun symbols, solar crosses, and geometric patterns — using handmade stamping tools. The oxidized relief makes every motif pop against the polished silver. Stamped RW and Sterling for authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Details\u003cimg\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: .925 sterling silver, hand-forged from raw ingot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Natural Royston ribbon turquoise, 20.65ct, backed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone dimensions: 21.1 × 19.7 × 5.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace: 34 × 26mm oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBand: Tapered 19.5mm (top) \/ 12.2mm (back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing size: 11 — fits like a 10.5–10.75 due to wide band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal weight: 35.34g (1.2 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Oxidized + high polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamps: RW, 925\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in: Bald Creek, NC, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurquoise 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree insured domestic shipping. Ships within 1–3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appalachian Smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47948918653091,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4035\/2675\/files\/20260801_122026.jpg?v=1785619459","url":"https:\/\/appalachiansmith.com\/products\/the-zia-royston-turquoise-sterling-silver-ring","provider":"Appalachian Smith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}