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Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise
  • Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise
  • Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise
  • Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise
  • Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise
Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise

Silver Granulation Band Ring with Turquoise

$75.00
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A wide silver band worked entirely in raised detail — rows of tiny granules and twisted rope wire framing a small turquoise cabochon at the center. The darkened background pushes every bead and length of wire into relief.

  • Material: Sterling silver, reconstituted turquoise
  • Width: 0.375 in
  • Size: 6-9
  • Finish: Oxidized
  • Origin: Thailand
  • Stone: Reconstituted turquoise, 3 mm

At about three-eighths of an inch, the band sits substantially on the finger without becoming heavy. The turquoise reads as a single point of cool color against silver that catches the light unevenly — bright on the raised work, deep shadow in between.
Details
  • Hand-applied silver granulation
  • Twisted rope-wire borders
  • Oxidized finish that sets off the raised metalwork
  • Bezel-set cabochon

Because the granulation and oxidation are applied by hand, small variations in bead placement and shading occur from one ring to the next.

The Story

Granulation — soldering tiny spheres of silver onto a surface to build texture and pattern — is one of the defining techniques of hand silversmithing in Thailand. On a piece like this, rows of granules and twisted rope wire do the work that engraving or stone-setting might do elsewhere, turning a plain band into a richly textured surface built entirely from small repeated forms.

The blackened finish is a deliberate choice, not tarnish. The recessed areas are darkened so the raised granules and wirework catch the light and stand in relief. It suits wide, sculptural bands like this one, where the point is dimension and shadow rather than a flat polished surface.

The single turquoise cabochon follows the same logic as the rest of the design: a small stone used sparingly, as a point of color and focus rather than the main event.

Craft & Care
  • Technique: Silver granulation

Store in a dry pouch away from moisture and perfume, and clean with a soft cloth rather than polish or a dip, which can strip the oxidized detailing.

Questions

What sizes does this ring come in?

Sizes 6 through 9.

Is the turquoise natural or treated?

The stone is reconstituted turquoise — genuine turquoise material compressed into a stable stone for setting. It is a common, durable approach for small inlay stones like this one.

Why is the silver dark in the recessed areas?

The band is deliberately oxidized to darken the background, which makes the raised granulation and rope-wire detailing stand out more clearly.

How should I care for this ring?

Keep it dry and away from perfume or lotion, and clean it gently with a soft cloth. Avoid polishing dips, which can strip the oxidized finish.

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