Add a classic piece of American gemstone history to your collection. This elegant statement ring features an entirely hand-cut, 12mm round natural Number 8 Turquoise cabochon, sourced from the legendary mining district in Eureka County, Nevada. Because the historic Number 8 mine closed its turquoise operations back in the 1970s, authentic material with this level of color clarity and distinct matrix separation is highly collectible and increasingly rare.
As showcased in 62726a.jpg and 62726b.jpg, the stone features a breathtaking, high-contrast look—a soft, light pastel blue face framed beautifully by a rich, solid chocolate-brown matrix along one side.
The Craftsmanship
Every detail of this ring has been meticulously engineered on my bench for structural balance, durability, and eye-catching style:
The Bezel Design: The round cabochon is secure in a crisp sterling silver sawtooth bezel, highlighted by a gorgeous, hand-twisted square wire embellishment that circles the stone to capture and reflect the light (detailed in 62726a.jpg).
The Split Half-Round Band: The shank is crafted using a premium split half-round wire design. This style provides excellent stability on the finger, keeping the setting beautifully centered without spinning, while remaining incredibly comfortable for everyday wear. As shown on the mandrel in 62726e.jpg, it sits at a true Size 9.
The Hallmark: The inside of the band is polished to a mirror finish and bears the official .925 sterling stamp alongside my personal, hand-engraved artisan hallmark script, "lasgg" (visible in 62726c.jpg).
Specifications
Gemstone: 100% Natural, untreated Number 8 Turquoise (Nevada, USA)
Stone Size: 12mm Round
Metal: Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Ring Size: US 9
Band Profile: Split half-round shank for high-stability comfort (viewable in 62726d.jpg)
What’s Included
Your ring will arrive safely packaged and beautifully presented. Each piece includes a handwritten card sharing the history of the Number 8 mine and the journey of your specific stone, making it a wonderful gift or a deeply meaningful addition to your personal jewelry collection.
