A beautiful 925 Sterling Silver Ring features 3.97cts of amazing Tucson Green Fluorite and 0.41cts of Carnaiba Brazilian Emerald.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 3.11g
Number of Gemstones: 3
Shape: Oval and Pear
Total Carat Weight: 4.38cts
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.
Emerald
Birthstone Month:
Emerald is the birthstone for the month of May.
History & Lore:
The name Emerald is believed to be derived from the Ancient Greek word “smaragdos.” It was originally applied to a variety of green colored minerals and simply means “green stone.”
Emeralds were first mined in southern Cairo, Egypt before 2000 B.C., They continued to be mined there until about 1200 A.D. Queen Cleopatra of Egypt had a great love for the gem. This led to the mine being named “Cleopatra's Mine.”
Pliny, a Roman consular and writer wrote that “nothing is more intense than the green of Emerald.” He said that “sight is refreshed and restored
by gazing upon the stone.” Following this advice, the Roman emperor Nero reportedly wore Emerald sunglasses while watching the gladiator matches.
Emeralds are said to provide peace and harmony and improve memory, intelligence, creativity and mental capacities. It is also said to implant and develop mutual love and loyalty in a relationship, and to ensure honesty and success in dealings of business and other relationships. They have been used to protect and prevent a child from epilepsy. It is thought to cure irritations and diseases of the eye. It is also thought to strengthen the kidneys and heart.
Emeralds of Columbian origin are recognized as the finest and both Columbia and
Brazil are today's major suppliers of the gemstone.
Many Emeralds today are enhanced with colorless oils or resins which reduce the visibility of the inclusions and improves the clarity of the stone. It is also known to sometimes improve the color. Emeralds can be cleaned in warm water with a mild detergent and a soft brush, then rinsed with warm water and patted dry. You should never use an ultrasonic cleaner.