Material: Genuine Sterling Silver (925 silver, 92.5% silver content) |
Stone(s): 1 genuine Russian charoite |
Overall Dimension (including bail): 2.0 x 1.5 x 0.25 inches |
Inner Bail Diameter: 7 mm |
Weight: 14.9 grams |
Stamp/Mark: 925 |
Origin: Poland |
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Serial Number: p32277 |
Oxidized sterling silver is treated in order to give the piece an antique or vintage appearance.
Discovered in 1978 in the Murun mountains in Yakutia, near the Charo River, bright purple Russian charoite is a silicate mineral composed of potassium, calcium and sodium. This purple, fibrous material may also contain patterns of black, white, orange and transparent crystals.