Size 8 3/4 on 6mm Hammered Sterling Silver Band
This elongated oval Owyhee jasper cabochon carries the quiet drama of high desert landscape cream, ochre, and rust bleeding into one another like canyon walls at dusk. Set in oxidized .925 sterling silver with a hand-twisted rope bezel and signature ball terminals, the stone sits tall and commanding on a wide hammered silver shank that catches light with every movement.
The cabochon measures 34mm x 18mm a genuine statement stone set on a substantial hammered sterling band that grounds the piece with the same handcrafted intention as the setting above it.
About Owyhee Jasper
Owyhee jasper comes from a remote stretch of high desert along the Oregon-Idaho border, in the rugged Owyhee River canyon country a landscape of ancient volcanic geology, sagebrush, and wide open sky. The name itself traces back to Hawaiian companions of early fur trappers who were killed near the region in the 1820s; “Owyhee” is a historic spelling of Hawaiʻi, and it stuck to the land.
What makes Owyhee jasper so prized among collectors and silversmiths is its painterly quality — natural deposits of iron oxide move through the stone in sweeping washes of cream, tan, rust, sienna, and burgundy, sometimes with delicate dendrite inclusions that look like frost or fine brushwork. No two stones are alike. Each cabochon is essentially a miniature landscape, formed over millions of years and surfaced only recently by the hands of skilled lapidaries working that high desert terrain.
This particular stone holds the warmth of late afternoon light the exact hour the desert turns gold before it goes dark.
Details:
Stone: Owyhee jasper · Origin: Owyhee Mountains · Metal: Custom 925 Sterling Silver · Ring Size: 8 3/4 · Stone Setting: 34mm × 18mm · Band Width · 6mm Hammered
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Painted Arroyo - Owyhee Jasper 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.
