Vintage Sterling Native American Thunderbird Ring - Size 10 - Peyote Bird Chip Inlay - Turquoise & Red Coral Mosaic

This stylized avian figure is a deeply spiritual symbol, particularly within the Native American Church. It represents renewal, transformation, and spiritual protection. Often associated with the "Water Bird" of the plains, it is believed to carry prayers to the creator. Turquoise, known as the "Sky Stone," symbolizes healing, fortune, and protection. Coral Often paired with turquoise to represent the "Earth" or "Lifeblood," symbolizing vitality and strength. Crafted using chip inlay, a labor-intensive method popular in the 1970s, where crushed turquoise and coral are meticulously set into a silver channel and polished smooth. Beautiful Find!!!