An adorable Ring, of 925 Sterling Silver featuring 7.04cts of delightful Rutile Quartz with 0.34cts of glistening White Topaz.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 3.39g
Number of Gemstones: 19
Shape: Octagon and Round
Total Carat Weight: 7.38cts
Birthstone Month:
Rutilated Quartz is not associated with any particular birthstone month.
History & Lore:
There is not 100% agreement regarding the exact origins of the name Quartz, but the two most widely accepted opinions are that the word Quartz is derived from
the Greek 'krystallos', meaning “ice”, or the German 'quarz'.
Rutile is derived from the Latin word 'rutilus', meaning “red”.
Some of the earliest primitive tools fashioned by man some 2.5 million years ago, and discovered in the Omo valley in Ethiopia were made of Quartz. It is believed that Quartz was used because of its hardness and
isotropic brittleness that made the fashioning of the tools relatively easy. Projectile points used for fire-making have been found on Mousterian sites in Western Europe that date back around 40,000 years.
Today, Quartz is not only used for gemstone purposes, but also as a raw chemical ingredient in the manufacturing of abrasives, cements, concrete, porcelain, glass, and many other industrial materials.
Rutilated Quartz is believed to help one gain a better understanding during difficult situations so they can act appropriately and efficiently. It is also believed to relieve feelings of depression and loneliness, and can provide direction and creativity to the wearer. It is thought to slow the aging process and help strengthen the immune system. In addition, it is believed to be a strong healing stone and can help the wearer recover from radiation exposure.
Rutilated Quartz can be found in most of the major gem producing nations. The vast
majority is mined in Brazil.
Rutilated Quartz is a variety of Quartz crystals that contain impurities of Titanium Oxide. The impurities are called rutile. Rutilated Quartz however, is desired for its golden or red needles of rutile within the gemstone. These gemstones are formed because at high temperatures and pressure, the Quartz and rutile are in a liquid state. As these temperatures cool and the pressure drops, the two
separate with the rutile needles being trapped inside the Quartz.