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Seafoam - Estate Sterling Silver Green Amethyst Mermaid Ring. This lovely ring is crafted from sterling silver, tested. Featuring one natural square cut faceted green amethyst, Victorian Revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. The expertly claw-set green amethyst has the most beautiful pale green (seafoam color).The gemstone is flanked by a sculpted detailed mermaids, which adds beauty and character to the piece. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. This Estate ring is unique, and looks fantastic when worn. A sure standout and a conversation piece to be enjoyed for many years to come. 

This gemstone used to be found in Brazil, Poland and Canada. However, since 2019 it has only been found and mined in Brazil. This rarity makes green amethyst even more desirable as it is in high demand.

Green amethyst strengthens peace and calm, and brings generosity, growth, health, happiness, harmony, stability, and fertility. Green is the colour of Nature and as such it helps relieving tensions and irritation. It symbolises self respect and wellbeing.

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 sterling alloy originated in continental Europe and was being used for commerce as early as the 12th century in the area that is now northern Germany. A piece of sterling silver dating from Henry II's reign was used as a standard in the Trial of the Pyx until it was deposited at the Royal Mint in 1843.

One of the earliest mermaid legends appeared in Syria around 1000 BC when the goddess Atargatis dove into a lake to take the form of a fish. As the gods there would not allow her to give up her great beauty, only her bottom half became a fish, and she kept her top half in human form.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 10.00 mm x 10.00 mm 

Stone Size: Green Amethyst 2.00 carats 

Weight: 4.00 grams 

Ring Size: 7 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: 21st Century