New Lander Turquoise Teardrop Ring by Justin Biltonen

Crafted by artist Justin Biltonen, this handcrafted ring showcases a striking teardrop-shaped New Lander turquoise stone framed in sterling silver. The gem’s unique webbed matrix of soft green and black hues celebrates the raw beauty of the desert Southwest.

The New Lander mine in Nevada is known for producing some of the most collectible stones in the turquoise family, though technically it’s a form of chalcosiderite. Valued for its incredible variety of colors—ranging from pale mint to deep forest green—paired with dramatic dark matrix patterns, New Lander turquoise is prized by collectors and jewelry lovers alike for its rarity and individuality.

Justin Biltonen, a craftsman and musician with a passion for heritage design, blends traditional silversmithing techniques with a modern Western aesthetic. His work highlights bold stones and clean, timeless settings, creating jewelry meant to be treasured for generations.

• Stone: Natural New Lander turquoise

• Size: 6.5

• Dimensions: 1" high x 3/4" wide

• Band Width: 3/16" sterling silver

A statement ring that carries both artistry and story, this piece is as unique as the person who wears it.