SWEET SIMPLICITY

Talented Navajo artisan Leonard Nez has brought us a sleek statement ring that will be the finishing touch to any outfit. The long oval-shaped turquoise center stone has deep blue-green colors and natural deposits speckled throughout. Surrounding the stone is a sterling silver border with small notches. A sweet and simple ring to complete any look.

Leonard Nez: (Navajo). Active since 1980s. Traditional and contemporary designs; jewelry, hollowware, flatware; silver, gold. Leonard Nez shares stamps with his wife Marian Nez.

Marks: L. M. Nez (etched or stamped); LEONARD NEZ Marian Nez (script); Marian Nez (script)

• artist: Leonard Nez
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: STERLING, LEONARD NEZ, NAVAJO
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• size: 7 1/2
• measurements: 2" x 1"
• weight: 26 grams
• contemporary
• style: JR1089