Vintage Abalone Cabochon Ring

Vintage mexican 925 sterling silver ring featuring an oval abalone (or paua) shell as the centerpiece and beautifully crafted. The ring has a distinctive split-shank design, where the band separates into two loops that hold the stone's bezel setting. 

Key Details

Size: 6 1/4

Weight: 1.93 grams 

Material: The metal is .925 Mexican sterling silver, indicated by the markings.

Gemstone: The iridescent, multicolored stone is a natural abalone or paua shell, a type of sea snail shell known for its vibrant blues, greens, and purples.

Design: It features an oval cabochon (polished, rounded) cut shell set in a bezel setting, with a polished, high-shine finish on the metal band. The split shank adds a unique, often vintage or artisan style, to the piece. 

Hallmarks: The maker's mark is visible. Mexican silver items made between 1948 and the 1980s often used an "eagle mark" system along with a maker's initial, which helps date them to that specific era.