This is one of my many $.99 opening bid auctions with no reserve.

“Master Navajo Nation artist Fred Thompson was an accomplished Diné Silversmith who started his jewelry making career at age 15 working for Turpen Trading Post in Gallup, New Mexico. (Schaaf 2003:306).

He was still working for Turpen in the 1950s. (Messier 2014:116). His hallmark was a tilde, sometimes a TT over a tilde, acknowledging his association with Tobe Turpen. (Hougart 2011:339) Fred Thompson was loyal to Turpen and never sold to any other Southwest Indian Jewelry dealers.

Fred Thompson (1922-2002) had a brief break in his career when he served in World War II. After returning, he continued silversmithing into the 1990s.” “Adobe Gallery”.

You are bidding on a stunning well crafted Navajo Fred Thompson handmade & signed split shank band sterling silver ring set with a beautiful high grade Birdseye turquoise stone. Notice the beautiful colors & matrix on the lovely stone. Beautifully designed and wonderful patina on the silver. Nice smooth bezel around the stone surrounded with a sterling twist rope appliqué. Beautiful ring. I added some pictures for you to see including measurements. The ring is roughly a size 8 and it weighs a solid 8.8 grams. This piece will make a great addition to any Native American or southwestern jewelry collection. Take advantage of this no reserve listing. Happy bidding, thanks for looking & make sure to check out my other listings.