Size 8 1/2 on a 10mm Hammered Band
There is a particular quality of light that belongs only to early morning in the high desert soft, unhurried, the sky not yet decided between green and blue. This stone holds that exact moment. The elongated oval Manassa turquoise cabochon measures 36mm x 21mm, its pale teal ground drifting through soft brown matrix like the first shadows of a quiet day. It does not demand attention. It simply earns it.
Set in oxidized .925 sterling silver with a hand-twisted rope border and delicate wheat leaf accents, the stone is framed with a restraint that honors its gentle character. Below it, a broad 10mm hammered sterling silver band catches light the way still water does in fragments, in motion, never quite the same twice. This is a ring for a woman who knows the difference between loud and beautiful.
About Manassa Turquoise
Manassa turquoise comes from Conejos County in the San Luis Valley of southern Colorado high mountain country where the Sangre de Cristo range meets the wide, ancient floor of one of North America’s largest alpine valleys. The mine has been worked since the late 1800s, and its turquoise has long been prized by Southwestern silversmiths for its distinctive soft blue-green color, often suffused with warm golden or brown matrix that reflects its iron-rich host rock.
Named for the small town of Manassa nearby also the birthplace of heavyweight boxing champion Jack Dempsey the mine sits at elevation in country that feels as old and unhurried as the stone it produces. Natural Manassa turquoise is increasingly rare, its soft, muted palette a welcome contrast to the electric blues of Arizona mines. It is a stone that rewards patience and a quiet eye.
Details:
Stone: Kings Manassa Turquoise · Origin: Manassa, Colorado · Matrix: · Metal: Custom Sterling Silver · Ring Size: 8 1/2 · Stone Setting: 36mm × 21mm Oval · Band Width: 10mm Hammered · One of a Kind
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Still Morning - King's Manassa Turquoise Ring
DAILY WEAR
Put jewelry on last - after lotion and perfume. Remove before swimming, cleaning , or working with your hands.
CLEANING
Warm water and a drop pf dish soap does the job. Use a soft cloth, dry immediately, and finish with a silver polishing cloth.
TARNISH
Tarnish is natural, not damage. If a piece has an antiqued finish, polish only the raised surfaces to preserve the contrast.
STORAGE
Store pieces separately in a soft pouch or lined box. Keep away from humid areas and direct sunlight to slow tarnishing.
Returns & Exchanges
Made-to-Order & Custom Ring Orders
All “Choose Your Size” rings and custom orders are final sale. Because these pieces are crafted specifically to your specifications, they are not eligible for returns or exchanges. Please ensure all details — especially ring size — are accurate before placing your order.
All Other Items
Most items are eligible for return or exchange. To initiate a return, please contact us within 2–3 days of receiving your order. Items must be returned within 7 days of delivery. Refunds are processed upon receipt of the returned piece.
A Note on Ring Sizing
Getting the right fit starts with an accurate measurement. Wide band rings in particular may require sizing up by ¼ to ½ size for a comfortable fit, so please keep that in mind when ordering. If you’re unsure of your size, we recommend visiting a local jeweler for a professional measurement before placing your order. Fire & Stone cannot be held responsible for made-to-order rings that are crafted true to the size provided but do not fit as expected.
