Turquoise #8 Ring

Big and Bold Turquoise Ring from mine #8. Set in sterling silver with a textured border. Size 11

Number 8 turquoise comes from the historic Number 8 Turquoise Mine in Eureka County, Nevada. Discovered in 1925, it is famous for its bright sky-blue color and distinct golden-brown, red, or black spiderweb matrix. Because the mine now focuses on gold extraction, authentic old-stock material is rare and valuable.

Key Characteristics

• Color: Ranging from soft sky-blue to deep, rare dark blue.
• Matrix: Intricate spiderweb patterns in golden brown, chocolate brown, or black.
• History: Produced massive nuggets, including a famous 150-pound specimen.