THE ARTIST:

Navajo/Zuni artist Al Jake's work demands a higher price than most & it's pretty obvious why. All you have to do is run your eyes up & down the piece to see that this isn't no fly by night artist! He's a true pro & sits high on my list when it comes to 'quality made jewelry'.. I don't care whether it's his 'more than perfectly made-well executed' cuffs,his rings or his pendants,he will always pour his soul into the piece in order to make sure they have the cleanest workmanship & that they're 'done right, no matter how long it takes to make the piece..

He is a the epitome of a true artist who knows the "why's", the "what's" & the "how's" of what he's doing & never do you have to question with his jewelry wondering how long he's has been at it,because you will see it in his work..His trained eye for form & balance can be witnessed throughout anything he makes!

We that know Al,know that he consistently creates some of the finest Navajo jewelry & never fails us when we want to own & wear the best.He is a "Above Average" artist that offers "Above Average" jewelry. All you need to see is that hallmark of his,to know you'll be owning a piece that can be cherished a lifetime,be made with the highest grade stone available & a piece that is made to perfection. This ring is the perfect example..

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THE RING:
This is an impressively made ring all the way around & a fine example of Al's work..From beginning to end, this is a ring that Al took time to make when you look at all the appliques,beads,conchos that beautifully frame the milky blue stone,to the well made shank that accommodates the large face of the ring! The stone is cut with perfection & comes from the Sonoran mine.

Undeniably Navajo in looks that has a chunky statement size edginess to it & definitely a size that will get some recognition when you wear it!! The ring is given a 'old school' finishing that has been left oxidized on the top,where as the underside is left with a more contemporary finishing..

A top notch ring all the way around!!