This beautiful and unique dainty silver ring features a stunning deep red garnet nugget.
With a length of 1.2 mm diameter 925 silver wire, the ring has been shaped around a mandrel and then hammered to work harden, flatten, and to add some twinkling texture to its surface. The spinel nugget, which is a beautiful dark red and catches the light in an enchanting way, is clutched in the grip of four fine prongs.
The ring is a UK size: M
Glimmering Garnet Ring- Sterling Silver and Garnet
Garnet is not a single mineral, but describes a group of several closely related minerals which come in a variety of colours. However, the most widely-known colour of Garnet gemstones is dark red.
The name is derived from the 14th century Middle English word 'garnet', meaning 'dark red'. It is mined in India, Sri Lanka, China, Madagascar, Australia, Brazil and USA. It is the birthstone for January. Garnet is a stone of regeneration which can boost and revitalize ones energy. It can assist in healing acid reflux, anaemia and blood related illnesses.
This garnet was sourced in Arizona and is naturally mined by Arizonian ant crews when they remove the pieces of garnet from their anthills when repairing or building them.