Kingman Turquoise Ring

Early Native American tribes placed tremendous import on the beautiful blue stone. They associated it with the god of the sky, and shamans relied on the stone as a conduit between heaven and Earth. Specifically, they used it to channel the healing energies of the cosmos.

Many Native Americans wore the powerful blue-green stone for protection in battle. For example, the Apaches fashioned amulets and charms out of turquoise. They used these charms to decorate their arrows, believing that the powerful stones improved aim and accuracy.

As it always has, turquoise remains a stone celebrated for its power to protect. In fact, the blue mineral remains a talisman of protection for horses and their riders. In addition, aviators and those traveling by air sometimes rely on turquoise jewelry to protect them and infuse them with a dose of courage.

Some even believe the sea blue mineral protects a person no matter their method of travel. Whether by horse or by air, by ship or by car, crystal experts believe a person on the go can rely on turquoise to pave the way for smooth and safe travel.

Material : Silver 925(Sterling), Silver 935 (Argentium), Kingman Turquoise

Ring Size: 7.0 US

Did you know that turquoise is one of the oldest stones in human history? Its uses range from royal decoration to medicine and even healing. It has been found in various cultures, including Ancient Egypt, the Persian Empire, the Shang Dynasty in China, and has been used by the indigenous people of America for over a thousand years.

Arizona itself has a history of mining the beautiful stone.

The Kingman turquoise mine is one of the largest in North America. It has produced the largest quantity of stones in recorded history and includes two extensions: the Ithaca Peak mine and Turquoise Mountain. Each part of the mine produces a unique variation of turquoise.

Navajos originally mined Kingman turquoise in 600 A.D. as part of the aforementioned Native American turquoise trade network. It was later discovered again in the 1800s, but did not become mainstream until Leonard Hardy launched a marketing campaign from 1950-1970.

The most sought-after Kingman turquoise is bright blue with a black or silver matrix. But because of the mines large size, turquoise can also be dark blue or a light green.