Colored Gemstone Jewelry
Life is color!
Jewelry made of colored gemstones shimmers in a variety of colors and nuances, from surprisingly bold to delicately subtle. Discover high-quality colored gemstone jewelry from Silver Classics. Colored gemstones are characterized by the fascinating colors of nature. The brilliance of gemstones is intensified by white silver and the finest cuts. They make the wearer shine with bold colors and instantly lift their spirits. Immerse yourself in the colorful world of topaz, amethyst, and peridot. The gemstones are set in elegant white silver.
Combining different pieces of jewelry as a set
Silver jewelry with colored stones can be ideally combined as a set. Ring, earrings, and pendant together create a harmonious overall impression. Simply choose one of four colors: light blue, violet, green, or blue. Of course, this jewelry is also an excellent gift and will bring long-lasting joy to the wearer.
Light Blue Topaz
Topaz is one of the most well-known and sought-after gemstones, and has been for hundreds of years. Topazes come in a variety of colors, with yellowish hues being the most common, but red, purple, blue, and colorless varieties can also occur. A topaz usually has a glassy luster and is transparent or translucent. The purer a topaz is in its composition, the more colorless and transparent it is. The origin of the name cannot be clearly determined, but it is possible that it is related to the Sanskrit word Tapas, meaning fire and lights. This mineral is often known by other names such as Finders Diamond, Killiecrankie Diamond, Mogok Diamond, or Saxon Diamond.
A prominent example from the year of a topaz being mistaken for a diamond is the Braganza Diamond. In 1740, a topaz, mistakenly believed to be a diamond, was placed on the Portuguese crown. Today, when topazes are used as gemstones, they are of high quality, but relatively inexpensive due to their abundance.
Amethyst
An amethyst is a well-known gemstone often used in jewelry making, and it is also attributed with esoteric properties. Geologically, amethyst belongs to the mineral class of quartz and is a violet variety. Amethyst has the chemical formula SiO2 and has an oily, glassy luster. An amethyst is transparent to translucent, which of course qualifies it as a gemstone. The name amethyst comes from Greek and means "not intoxicating". This is because possession of the violet stone is said to protect against the intoxicating effects of wine. In ancient times, wine was often diluted with water to give it a color like amethyst.
Amethyst is a very popular gemstone, thanks to its violet color. The darker the stone, the more sought-after and valuable it is. Most often, the gemstone is faceted for trade. In esoteric use, amethyst is often used for addiction treatment and energy cleansing.
Peridot
Peridot captivates with its exciting and intense green hues. It is not without reason that the etymological origin of the word "Peridot" is said to lie in Middle English. Here, the term "Peridot" is found, which means "bright spot". Peridot belongs to the mineral group of olivines, mainly developing transparent crystals. The particularly green color of peridot is caused by trace elements of iron, chromium, and nickel. However, olivines and thus also peridot can have a yellowish-brown or black color. This type of gemstone was already mined in the 15th century BC. Today, peridot comes from Pakistan, China, and the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona (USA), where the largest deposits are located.
Bezel or prong setting?
The precious stones are set in a closed bezel setting or in a crown-like prong setting. The type of setting is a matter of the wearer's taste; both types provide a secure attachment for the stones. The colored gemstone jewelry is a real eye-catcher either way.
Bezel setting is a very old technique for permanently and reliably attaching gemstones to a piece of jewelry. The stone is surrounded by a strip-shaped ring of jewelry material and is held in place by it. Round or oval cut gemstones can be set particularly well in this way. Since bezel setting is already a very old way of setting gemstones, it always has a classic and antique character. However, it gives the gemstone a dynamic contour, which is important for modern jewelry. The bezel setting protects the edges and corners of the gemstones used and is therefore very well suited for frequently worn jewelry and is therefore also used for earrings, necklaces and rings.
The Prong Setting
The prong setting is a way to attach gemstones to a piece of jewelry. This type of gemstone setting is the most common variant among current settings. It is often used when it comes to showcasing a special stone. The prong setting is also known as a claw setting, due to the claw-like elements between which the gemstone is set. The setting typically consists of three to six prongs to connect the stone to the jewelry.
The prong setting also ensures that the gemstones shine particularly brightly when worn with the jewelry and further enhances the wearer's beauty.