Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Elongated Floral Knuckle Ring Size 6.75

Stunning vintage Native American Navajo statement knuckle ring featuring an intricate hand-wrought applique design of peyote cactus flowers, fluted leaves, and silver raindrops. Heavy, intentional oxidation highlights the deep, dimensional detailing. An exceptional collector's piece with verified metal purity that exceeds standard commercial sterling silver. METALLURGY / XRF SPECTROMETER VERIFICATION: This piece has been professionally tested via X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis to guarantee authenticity and purity: • Ag (Silver): 94.1% (Exceeds standard 92.5% sterling requirements) • Cu (Copper): 5.0% • Zn (Zinc): 1.0% • Au (Gold): 0.00% (No gold plating or hidden fillers) SPECIFICATIONS: • Size: US 6.75 (Fits slightly tighter due to the long-face style) • Weight: 5.1 grams • Face Dimensions: Elongated knuckle-to-knuckle profile • Markings: Hand-stamped lowercase script sterling & an individual K hallmark POTENTIAL MAKER: Stamped with a single capital K hallmark alongside mid-to-late 20th-century southwestern benchwork details. This piece is highly characteristic of renowned Navajo silversmith Carol Kee, known for this exact style of traditional floral applique jewelry, or Luke Ketchum (Navajo). CONDITION: Excellent vintage/estate condition with a gorgeous natural patina. No missing elements or structural damage. Minor surface scuffs consistent with age.