Blacker Than Black - Estate Sterling Silver Natural Black Onyx Scottish Thistle Ring (ER395)

Blacker Than Black - Estate Sterling Silver Natural Black Onyx Scottish Thistle Ring. This beautiful Estate ring is made of sterling silver, hallmarked 925, for sterling silver.  Featuring one natural round cut faceted black onyx, Edwardian Revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. The expertly claw- set black onyx is an opaque gemstone featuring a black colour. The silver work on this ring is lovely, it is a substantial ring, heavy than most contemporary designs.  However beautifully detailed , displaying the Scottish thistle , leaves, and scrolls. The scroll work extends down the shoulders of the ring , giving the ring a beautiful detailed profile on the sides. This Estate ring has an Edwardian feel,  it would make a perfect gift or wonderful addition to any jewellery collection. 

History: The stone has a long history of being associated with protective powers across many cultures including Ancient Greeks and Romans, Persian, Chinese and Indian. Throughout history, the stone has not only been used in amulets and jewellery, but also in carved cameos.

Silver's history is long. The first evidence of silver mining dates back to 3000 B.C., in Turkey and Greece, according to the RSC. Ancient people even figured out how to refine silver. They heated the silver ore and blew air over it, a process called cupellation.

The term "sterling silver" probably originated in eastern Germany when five towns formed the Hanseatic League in the 1100s. These town minted their own coins of 92.5 percent silver. When Britain sold cattle and grain to the League, they were paid in "Easterling coins".

Measurements: Face of ring  20.00 mm x 14.00 mm 

Stone Size: Black Onyx  2.00 carat 

Ring Size: 7 

Weight:  2.70 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America 

Date: 21st Century