Gold & silver gemstone rings
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Gemstone rings in sterling silver, gold vermeil and solid gold, alongside adjustable, stacking and statement styles.Gemstone rings in sterling silver, gold vermeil and solid gold, alongside adjustable, stacking and statement styles. Look for the 925 stamp on silver gemstone rings, and choose an adjustable style if you are buying a gift. Choose your metal and stone, then check the size.
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What makes gemstone rings worth keeping
Gemstone rings take more knocks than any other jewellery, so the setting and metal matter as much as the stone. Many fashion rings use thin plating and glued stones that loosen within months. Look for a named stone, a stated metal and a setting with claws or a bezel that holds the stone securely. Stones set flush or in a bezel suit everyday wear best, because they catch less on clothes. Harfi makes many of the gemstone rings here, including birthstone rings and multi-stone eternity styles, and Habulous handmakes adjustable rings with turquoise and smoky stones.
Gold gemstone rings and silver gemstone rings
A gold gemstone ring in vermeil has a thick layer of gold over sterling silver, so it keeps its colour far longer than standard gold plating. Silver gemstone rings in sterling silver can be polished back to shine and resized by a jeweller. Lily Flo Jewellery makes rings in solid gold with lab-grown diamonds for pieces you never take off. Ballinger adds cocktail rings and an aquamarine ring in silver, some made with recycled silver.
Adjustable, open and stacking rings
Adjustable rings and open rings are a good choice when you are unsure of size or buying a gift, because they can be eased to fit. So Just Shop makes open rings in gold and silver tones, and dainty rings stack neatly in twos and threes. Handmade rings carry small variations that make each one a little different. For something heavier, Bear Essentials makes rings in tungsten steel, some inlaid with walnut wood.
Sizing and care
Measure a ring that already fits on the same finger, or wrap a strip of paper around the base of your finger and compare with the size guide. Fingers swell in warm weather, so measure in the evening. Take rings off for washing up, gardening and the gym, and store them separately. Softer stones such as opal, turquoise and pearl need the most care, so keep them away from hand cream and cleaning sprays. Pair your rings with Bracelets and Necklaces, and see Jewellery Gifts for presents. The sustainable jewellery guide: What “ethical” actually means explains what to check before you buy.
Common questions
How do I find my ring size?
Measure the inside diameter of a ring that fits, or wrap a strip of paper around the base of your finger and measure where it meets. Compare with the size guide on the product page, and measure in the evening when fingers are slightly larger.
Are adjustable rings good quality?
A well-made adjustable ring in sterling silver or vermeil is as durable as a fixed ring. Ease it to size gently rather than bending it often, which can weaken the metal over time.
What is the difference between gold vermeil and solid gold?
Gold vermeil is a thick layer of gold over sterling silver, while solid gold is gold all the way through. Solid gold never wears through but costs more.
How do I clean a gemstone ring?
Soak it briefly in warm water with a drop of mild soap, brush gently with a soft toothbrush around the setting, then rinse and dry. Avoid harsh chemicals, which can damage softer stones such as opal and turquoise.
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