A trilogy ring made of 925 Sterling Silver features 9.13cts of magical Color Change Fluorite from China. When looking at this gemstone in different types of light, it is truly a delight to see the beautiful colors. Candle light really brings out the pinks.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 3.49g
Number of Gemstones: 3
Shape: Oval
Total Carat Weight: 9.13cts
Birthstone Month:
Fluorite is associated with the birthstone month of February.
History & Lore:
The name Fluorite is
derived from the Latin 'fleure' meaning “to flow”, and refers to its use as a
flux in smelting, and it is relatively easy to melt. Fluorite is in fact
colorless, with the various colors resulting from tiny amounts of other
elements substituting the Calcium in its crystal structure. Fluorite was
originally referred to as fluorospar by miners, and is still sometimes
referenced using this name today.
Fluorite is used
industrially as a flux in the smelting of metallic ores such as steel, and in
the manufacture of certain glasses, enamels and porcelains. It is also used as a source of Fluorine for
hydrofluoric acid and fluorinated water. The element Fluorine, gets its name
from Fluorite, which is Fluorines only common mineral. The term fluorescent is
actually derived from the word Fluorite.
The
household fluorescent tube owes the “fluorescent” part of its name to this
gemstone. Many pieces of Fluorite fluoresce when placed under ultraviolet light.
Fluorite is the state
mineral of Illinois.
Fluorite is believed
to not only balance and focus positive energies, but to absorb, alter, and
release negative energies. It has long been believed to enhance intuition,
creativity, concentration, and the wearer's sense of order. In addition to
this, Fluorite is an aid to promoting healing, and can give protection against
numerous types of diseases.
The color of Fluorite is extremely variable, ranging through blue, green, yellow, colorless, brown, pink, black, and purple. Purple is by far the most famous and popular color. Intermediate pastels between the previously mentioned colors are also possible.
Though most specimens of Fluorite will display a single color, it is potentially possible for a specimen to display up to four or five different color zones or patterns. It is this banded Fluorite that is most often seen in the gemstone market. In addition to this, some specimens of Fluorite will have fluorescent qualities from rare elements, un-bonded Fluorine, or organic matter within the crystal. All of these factors will leave no doubt as to why Fluorite has earned the reputation as “The Most Colorful Mineral in the World.” The variable colorations and large sizes have captivated jewelry designers and carvers the world over.