FP025 Vintage Frank Patania Sr. sterling silver and natural turquoise ring; circa 1950’s
Origin: Tucson, Arizona
Dimensions: .88” W and stands .25” above finger; largest stone .38” x .25”, smallest stones .25” x .19”; opening 17mm (approx. size 6-7); 14.7 gm
Condition: Excellent – has been sized and can be re-sized. NO HALLMARK which is acceptable given Patania family history of not hallmarking all pieces.
Provenance: From estate of ‘Old Tucson’ guest ranch owner
Price: On Request

This ring exemplifies what the Patanias are known for…the finest quality turquoise. In this case, top quality stones of the most beautiful brilliant blue interlaced with a deep tan/gold matrix reminiscent of No. 8 mine gem grade turquoise which now sells for $80-$100 per carat -- if you can find it!

The Huntress adores this ring’s sheer presence. It boldly proclaims, ‘I will not be ignored!!!’ The ring sits wide and high on your finger. As one client put it, a real ‘knuckle to knuckle’ ring. And oh so posh! Signs of hand-craftsmanship are evidenced by the tooling marks that occurred when the artist created the dome on which he set the stones. A superb example of Patania's enduring quality and original design.