Vintage Patsy Allopowa Native American Sterling Silver Heavy Banded Agate Ring (c. 1970s-1980s)Up for sale is a remarkably substantial, heavy-gauge vintage Southwestern solid sterling silver ring crafted by the highly collectible Zuni silversmith Patsy Allopowa.This breathtaking piece centers a beautifully polished, high-dome oval banded agate cabochon showing stunning organic earth-toned concentric rings. The stone is set within a meticulously hand-cut scalloped bezel, accented on the shoulders by deeply sculpted, dimensional sterling silver leaf overlays, curled vines, and twisted wire highlights. True to high-grade vintage Zuni artisanship, the inner shank opens into an intricately hand-stamped multi-ray starburst design.Item Specifications:* Stone Length: Approx. 25 mm (1 inch)
* Total Weight: 20.0 Grams
* Ring Size: US 13Item Details:* Central Gemstone: Natural Banded Agate Cabochon
* Pattern Design: Highly detailed botanical Native American leaf overlay and hand-stamped Southwestern stampwork inside the under-gallery.
* Material: Guaranteed Solid Sterling Silver (.925).
* Maker Mark: Hand-stamped with Priscilla Reeder’s official vintage \"P.A.\" script hallmark alongside the sharp \"STERLING\" stamp on the inside band wall.Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with a gorgeous, dark natural patina highlighting the crisp depths of the silver leaf work and stampings. The agate cabochon is securely set and completely smooth with a glassy polish and no chips or cracks. The band remains completely solid and thick. No structural repairs, splits, or bends. Ring was initially a since 11 or 11 1/2 and has been resized sometime in the past to a 13. The resizing is visible as shown in pictures on the the underside of the band. The structural integrity remains solid the silver work and artist\'s stampings remain intact. Please inspect all photographs closely as they provide an essential part of the description. A premier focal piece for any vintage Native American or Southwestern silver collection!Shipping & Handling:* Shipped securely and insured in a small box to ensure safe delivery.
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