1970s Turquoise Wings Torque Ring uranium glass It's a somewhat curious design

It's a somewhat curious design

The dramatic colour zoning is unexpected

but with more options than the usual affirmative and negative

and fine textures to the top - set with garnet cabochon eyes and featuring the obligatory cheesy snake grin

who gave one to Queen Charlotte apparently to hold her immensely valuable diamond band securely in place

1970s Turquoise Wings Torque Ring uranium glass It's a somewhat curious designDATE: Vintage, c. 1970 Cool 1970s torque ring, the ends of the band each terminating with a beautifully textured turquoise set bird wing. Crafted in sterling silver. STONES Turquoise Matrix MEASUREMENTS Head: 2. 4 x 1. 8cm Width of band: 2. 8mm WEIGHT 5. 6g MARKS Stamped 925 (for sterling silver) CONDITION Excellent, with light vintage patina