About this Product
Gorgeous very rare natural chartreuse Spene/Titanite(.70ct, VS, USA) pear cut, hand set and accented with white Diamonds (.05ct, SI, Canada ) in a classic 925 sterling silver engagement ring. Sphene has a higher refractive index then Diamonds, the means more fire. So if you want the most sparkle for your buck, and a gem that's actually rare (Diamonds are actually very common, and controlled by a cartel.) buy sphene.Sphene is a very rare brilliant yellowish-green, green, orange or brown gemstone with a high lustre, also known as "titanite" due to its titanium content. The name "sphene" comes from the Greek word, "sphen", meaning "wedge", which alludes to the formation of its crystals. Due to its strong dispersion, when brilliant-cut, sphene can exhibit a fire similar to or surpassing that of a diamond.
Sphene has been known since 1787 and was named according to its titanium content in 1795 by Martin Klaproth. In 1801, it was given the name "sphene" by French mineralogist, Rene Just Hauy. In 1982, the International Mineralogical Association Commission on New Minerals and Mineral Names (CNMMN) decided to use the name "titanite" rather than "sphene". However, both "sphene" and "titanite" continue to be recognized in mineralogy circles, and sphene is the most frequently used gemmology term.
Sphene is currently not being commercially mined and the supply is becoming increasingly hard to find.
This item can be made with other natural Gemstones, convo for availability, and pricing.
This item can be precious metal wrapped, charges apply.
This item can be made in solid 10K Yellow, White, or Rose Gold, convo for pricing.
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Size 6 can be resized
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Ilex Unica Designs
Pipersville, PA
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Meet the Maker
I have been a small organic farmer here in Pennsylvania for over 40 yrs, raising sheep, poultry, honey bees, and organic fruits and veggies. I have worked & studied gemstones & jewelry design, as well as being a master chef owning my own restaurant. I was raised learning the "old ways" of making daily living items from my Grandmother using what we grew.
How it’s Made
I hand make all my jewelry with precious metals and natural gemstones
Shop Policies
Returns: I must be contacted with 24hrs of receipts of delivery, a return agreement issued, items must be return in original unused condition. Buyer pays return shipping.
