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Variscite and Sterling Silver Ring

I’ve had the pleasure of creating this ringthis ring and this ring for the very sweet Charmaine, so I was very pleased when she asked me to make her a ring from this variscite cabochon.

Variscite and Sterling Silver Ring

Great gemstone choice!

Variscite and Sterling Silver Ring

Thanks once again, Charmaine, I really appreciate your support!

Variscite and Sterling Silver Ring

Pale Pink Drusy Agate Cabochon

Drusy Agate – Pale Pink Oval Cabochon

The soft and lovely pink oval drusy agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 25mm long. You can read more about what drusy agate is here.

Agate is traditionally believed to help you to discern truth, improve memory and concentration, increase stamina,  prevent insomnia and ensure pleasant dreams, enhance personal courage, protect you against danger, and provide a calming influence.

I used this cabochon to create this custom piece:

Pale Pink Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

 

Blue Lace Agate Cabochon

Blue Lace Agate Cabochon

The soft and lovely blue lace agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 46mm long. It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. Agate is usually associated with volcanic rock, and this piece of blue lace agate comes from Brazil.

Agate is traditionally believed to help you to discern truth, improve memory and concentration, increase stamina,  prevent insomnia and ensure pleasant dreams, enhance personal courage, protect you against danger, and provide a calming influence. Blue lace agate is believed to enhance communications.

Stormy Ocean Blue and White Drusy Agate Cabochon

Drusy Agate – Stormy Ocean Blue and White Oval Cabochon

The lovely dark blue oval drusy agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 31mm long. You can read more about what drusy agate is here.

Agate is traditionally believed to help you to discern truth, improve memory and concentration, increase stamina,  prevent insomnia and ensure pleasant dreams, enhance personal courage, protect you against danger, and provide a calming influence.

I used this cabochon to create this custom piece:

Stormy Blue Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Titanium Coated Cream Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Titanium Coated Cream Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Titanium Coated Cream Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

One of my lovely customers, who has purchased earrings from me before, asked if I could create her a ring using this drusy agate cabochon from my gemstone collection.

 

Titanium Coated Cream Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

I was happy to help!

 

Titanium Coated Cream Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

So many people have admired this stone, so it’s lovely to see it set in silver and off to a good home! Thanks, Becca!

Chrysocolla

According to Wikipedia, Chrysocolla is a hydrated copper cyclosilicate mineral with the formula (Cu,Al)2H2Si2O5(OH)4·nH2O. Hehehe, such a convoluted scientific string! I guess that just means it’s a compound, which is apparent from the many wonderful blue/green colourways that can be seen in various pieces.

Chrysocolla  (photo credit Great Rough)

Chrysocolla (photo credit Great Rough)

Chrysocolla is a minor ore of copper, and like malachite, has a high copper content, which is what gives it that fabulous blue/green colouring.

Chrysocolla - Botryoidal (photo credit MinDat)

Chrysocolla – Botryoidal (photo credit MinDat)

The name Chrysocolla derives from the Greek chrysos (gold) and kolla (glue), referring to its use as a flux in soldering gold. The term has been used since antiquity.

Chrysocolla Stalagtite  (photo credit MinDat)

Chrysocolla Stalagtite (photo credit MinDat)

It is believed to have a calming influence, and also to attract love. It is supposed to help heal burns, fever, and detoxify the liver.

Chrysocolla  (photo credit Mineral Miners)

Chrysocolla (photo credit Mineral Miners)

I have some lovely chrysocolla cabochons just waiting to be turned into beautiful jewellery for you – you can find them in my gemstone collectionLet me know what you’d like created!

Willow Creek Jasper Cabochon

Reserved – Willow Creek Jasper Cabochon

PLEASE NOTE: This stone is reserved for a client.

The lovely Willow Creek jasper gemstone cabochon shown here is 32mm across.

Jasper is believed to encourage personal bravery and help people gain independence. It is thought to help cure gynecological problems and to strengthen the stomach. Some believe it can help bring rain, and it has been used as a protection against evil spirits and snake and spider bites.

Carrisite Jasper Cabochon

Carrisite Jasper Cabochon

The subtle yet beautiful carrisite jasper gemstone cabochon shown here is 37mm long, and is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you.

Jasper is believed to encourage personal bravery and help people gain independence. It is thought to help cure gynecological problems and to strengthen the stomach. Some believe it can help bring rain, and it has been used as a protection against evil spirits and snake and spider bites.

Yellow Feather Jasper Cabochon

Yellow Feather Jasper Cabochon

The gorgeous yellow feather jasper gemstone cabochon shown here is 45mm long, and is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you.

Jasper is believed to encourage personal bravery and help people gain independence. It is thought to help cure gynecological problems and to strengthen the stomach. Some believe it can help bring rain, and it has been used as a protection against evil spirits and snake and spider bites.

Spiderweb Jasper Cabochon

Spiderweb Jasper Cabochon

The spectacular spiderweb jasper gemstone cabochon shown here is 32mm diameter, and is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you.

Jasper is believed to encourage personal bravery and help people gain independence. It is thought to help cure gynecological problems and to strengthen the stomach. Some believe it can help bring rain, and it has been used as a protection against evil spirits and snake and spider bites.