Designed by the award winning Native American jeweler Fritz Casuse, the split shank turtle ring combines coastal appeal and artistic craftsmanship. The turtle is a symbol of wisdom and perseverance, and this Fritz Casuse and American West Jewelry collaboration celebrates this amazing creature. It is part of our Spirit Stone collection, which features animal-inspired pieces that embody the power of the wild through genuine, hand-carved gemstones. The ring features a square-cut Black Onyx gemstone, prong-set at an angle in the center of an intricately designed turtle ""shell"" of genuine, oxidized Sterling Silver. There band is a split shank rope design which fuses and tapers in the back. Black Onyx is a powerful stone of protection and strength, offering grounding energy, emotional resilience, and support for overcoming challenges and achieving self-mastery.