Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Size 6.5 Bell Trading Post Native American

Offered here is a vintage Bell Trading Post sterling silver and turquoise ring, signed with the Bell pictograph hallmark and marked STERLING inside the band. This piece features a long, narrow natural turquoise cabochon with striking green-blue color and reddish matrix. The stone is framed by twisted rope detailing, traditional raindrop appliqué, and a decorative scalloped border. The split shank band gives it that classic Southwestern silhouette. Bell Trading Post pieces were produced in Albuquerque beginning in the 1930s and are widely collected as mid-century Southwestern jewelry. Condition Notes: The ring has been polished by a previous owner and currently shows a bright silver finish with very little patina remaining. Structurally sound. Stone is secure. No cracks observed. Light surface wear consistent with age. Details Size: 6.5 Metal: Sterling Silver (hallmarked) Stone: Turquoise (natural matrix visible) Hallmark: Bell Trading Post pictograph + STERLING Era: Mid-century (circa 1960s–70s) A clean, wearable example of classic Bell Trading Post craftsmanship.