It’s a well known fact that some cheap rings will turn your fingers green. But what about those made of sterling silver or gold? It can occasionally happen with more expensive rings and other jewellery. Read this informative article to find out the reason why...
Silver Rings
Silver rings have been worn by men women and children for many centuries. Silver is often preferred over gold not only for economy but often due to the color of the metal or even fashion. Sterling silver which is commonly used in the manufacture of jewellery is an alloy of 92.5% fine silver and other metals such as copper, zinc or platinum. This is mainly due to the fact that fine silver alone is too soft for general everyday use.
All sterling silver jewellery should be stamped with a hallmark. The most common for rings is the number 925 stamped on the inner surface of the band. Occasionally on more expensive examples you will find additional information such as the makers name and date of manufacture.
Sterling silver is prone to tarnishing due to the other metals (usually copper) that are present in the alloy. This can be reduced by the use of elements that are not prone to this effect such as platinum. However this adds to the cost of the finished article. There are many styles to choose from in the pages featured below. Please feel free to browse our website for some great deals on silver rings
Emerald – The May Birthstone
Emerald is the May birthstone and is considered a symbol of love, fertility and rebirth. Having the vivid green colour of spring, Emeralds have been found in Egyptian tombs and were thought to represent eternal youth. In fact queen Cleopatra herself was famous for frequently...
Cleaning Tips and caring for your rings
In case you are wondering how to look after your ring, we have included a few cleaning tips and notes on how to take care of your jewellery. The best way to keep your rings and other jewellery in tip top condition is to clean...
The March Birthstone – Bloodstone or Aquamarine?
According to The Gregorian Poem published by Tiffany & Co. in 1870, the Bloodstone or Heliotrope is traditionally considered the March birthstone. There have been some pretty bold claims made about this particular gemstone. Many are associated with the practice of Feng Shui. Like most of the other...
What’s in a hallmark? The markings on your jewelry
You may have noticed that most jewellery made from precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum is stamped with small markings. This is commonly known as a hallmark. It is used to specify the grade of material used according to international standards. You may also...
January Birthstone rings at Ringmania-Garnet, the protector.
The January birthstone is the Garnet, which is a deep red silicate mineral. Garnets have been in use as jewellery since the Bronze Age. This gemstone is said to be named after the Pomegranate whose seed covers are similar in colour, size and shape to...
Turquoise- The Birthstone for December
Turquoise, the birthstone for December, is believed to possess great metaphysical healing powers. This opaque gemstone has been extremely popular for many centuries with Egyptian, Tibetan and Native American cultures. The fascination attached to the stone has continued down through the centuries and it has...
Birthstones-A tradition dating back many centuries.
In many cultures around the world, certain gems are assigned to each person according to their date of birth. It is believed that these birthstones correspond with the person’s nature and/or assist in protection. This practice has been apparent in Indian Aruveydic philosophy for at least...
Forever Yours Eternity Ring-Special offer until December 31st
At Tru Diamonds you can buy this lovely Forever Yours Eternity Ring at £48 and Droplet Earrings at £39 when bought with another item! INCLUDING a cleaning kit absolutely FREE! This is a limited time introductory offer that’s valid till 31 December 2018! This ring...
Our Top 5 Online Ring Stores | A Great Selection of Rings from Ringmania.
We would like to introduce our selection of the top 5 online ring stores. All the companies featured below, will ship internationally and have a 30 day refund policy. We have also included a small selection of products displayed with each supplier. This list is...