A unique wedding band style ring made of 925 Sterling Silver with Gold Flash. 3.07cts of beautiful Ratanakiri Blue Zircon and 0.15cts of glistening White Topaz.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 4.55g
Number of Gemstones: 18
Shape: Oval and Round
Total Carat Weight: 3.22cts
Birthstone Month:
Zircon is associated with the birthstone months of December and October.
History & Lore:
The name Zircon is believed to have derived from the Persian word 'zargun' which means “gold-colored”. In the middle ages, Zircon was believed to aid sleep, promote honor, and to bring prosperity and wisdom to its wearer.
Zircon is so far the oldest mineral known to man, with the oldest specimens to date being found in Western Australia (4.404 billion years old), and Chile (4.6 billion years old). Geologists can determine how long a gemstone has existed by using modern analytical techniques. This is possible because Zircon crystals accumulate atoms of Uranium which decay to lead at a known rate. By measuring the relative abundance of the two types of Uranium and Lead in Zircon's chemical composition, scientists can then determine how old it is.
Colorless Zircon specimens have long been a popular substitute for diamonds. This is because of Zircon's high refractive index, luster, and light dispersion. Today Zircon is often overlooked, probably due to its name being similar to the synthetic, man-made Cubic Zirconia, also a diamond substitute. Blue Zircon is the most popular color and is found in pastel blue and occasionally bright blue. Natural blue colored Zircon is somewhat rare and because of this, blue colored Zircon gemstones demand a premium. Zircon is a beautiful natural gemstone that can be found in various colors i.e., green, dark red, yellow, golden-yellow, brown, and orange colors.
Zircon should be worn and stored with care as it can abrade and facets can chip. Zircon should be kept away from household chemicals and exposure to excessive heat as both can cause permanent damage to the stone.
Topaz
Birthstone Month:
Topaz is associated with the birthstone months of November and December.
History & Lore:
Topaz has long been related to desire and the name is believed to have been
derived from the Sanskrit word 'tapas' meaning heat, fire and passion. It is
also said to have been derived from the Greek word 'topazos' or 'topazion',
meaning “to search.” Topazion was also the name of an island in the Red Sea
which is commonly known as Zebirget or St. John's Island in Egypt.
The Egyptians believed Topaz would protect them from harm
because it was colored by the sun god Ra's golden arms. The Romans believed a
similar theory and associated Topaz with their sun god, Jupiter.
Topaz has also been biblically referenced as one of the
gemstones used to make the 'Breastplate of Judgment' worn by Aaron.
Topaz is said to increase the wearer’s intelligence,
creativity and wisdom, and can enhance one's spiritual potential. It is also
known to aid in meditation and in the divine manifestation of desired objects.
Topaz is said to bring physical and intellectual vigor,
good health, and is said to offer protection against infectious diseases.
Topaz comes in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Its
brilliance and clarity are its chief attractions. A hard stone, Topaz is very
difficult to scratch, although it can be brittle. Imperial Topaz occurs
naturally in colors ranging from a light golden yellow to deep reddish orange.
Red and intense pink are the rarest and desirable colors for Topaz. A gem with
these colors will command a relatively high price. Bright orange colored Topaz,
also known as Imperial Topaz, falls into the moderate price range and is easier
to find. Blue Topaz, having a low to moderate price range, is very popular.