{"product_id":"antique-9ct-375-chrysoprase-and-marcasite-ring-c-1910-size-q","title":"9ct Yellow Gold Chrysoprase and Marcasite Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere we have a different sort of ring, and I've only ever come across this one so bear that in mind when reading on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ring features a 9ct yellow gold shank with a white gold gallery holding up 19 round Marcasite stones and one large apple-green oval cut Chrysoprase stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome fun facts for you: Chrysoprase gemstones are one of the oldest gemstones in the world - they were first used by Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans for seals, amulets, and jewellery, with frequent associations with the goddess Venus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarcasite stones and jewellery gained immense popularity in the UK during the Victorian era (1837–1901), particularly after 1861 as a mourning substitute for diamonds. Their popularity continued through the Art Nouveau (1890–1910) and Art Deco (1920s–1930s) periods, favoured for their affordable, sparkling, and versatile silver-set design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome more specs:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the shank is stamped 9CT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• band width is 2mm and 0.8mm deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the ring weighs 2g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the oval Chrysoprase measure 12mmx9mm with a depth of 5mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the round Marcasites each measure 1mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the ring is in great condition and wears comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: UK Q \/ US 8.25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill arrive in a little white box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you require any more photos or information, please don't hesitate to contact me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI post all my UK orders via Royal Mail Special Delivery. Please make sure to provide me with the correct address as I cannot alter anything once your order is processed. If you have any concerns please contact me within the hour of your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54908264317270,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/5604\/3350\/files\/chryso_marcasite_ring-002.jpg?v=1786714396","url":"https:\/\/bettysringbox.com\/products\/antique-9ct-375-chrysoprase-and-marcasite-ring-c-1910-size-q","provider":"Betty's Ring Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}