This listing is for a custom Azurite (with Malachite or Chrysocolla) ring, crafted by hand especially for you. To place an order, simply select your favourite piece of Azurite and your ring size from the drop-down menus. I will then use the specifications from your purchase to create your very own custom ring. Like all my work, each ring is individually handcrafted, using recycled silver, cruelty-free materials, ethically sourced gemstones and environmentally friendly methods.
♥ Handcrafted:
⦁ Made to Order by hand in Melbourne, Australia.
⦁ Crafted entirely from scratch, without machinery or ring moulds.
⦁ Created using traditional metalsmithing techniques (hammers, fire, anvil etc).
♥ Ring Features:
⦁ High-grade natural Azurite, ethically sourced from France.
⦁ 11-gauge (2.5mm) 925 sterling silver ring band.
⦁ Thick 925 sterling silver backing.
⦁ 999 fine silver bezel surrounding the stone.
⦁ Polished to a high shine.
⦁ Silver used is nickel free.
♥ Uniqueness:
⦁ All silver used has been recycled.
⦁ Each stone is handpicked and ethically sourced.
⦁ No chemicals are used in the creating process.
⦁ Each ring is created with respect and love for the Earth.
♥ Things to keep in mind:
⦁ Please allow between 3-5 business days for creation, as each ring is Made to Order.
⦁ The completed rings in the listing photos are a guide as to how each piece will look. As every gemstone differs slightly in shape and size, your finished ring will be a complete one of a kind.
⦁ Stones will be set in the same way that they are laid out on my fingers in the photos. If you'd like me to set them horizontally, just add a note in the message box at checkout to let me know.
⦁ If you'd like to see an example of the rings I make to order each day, you can tune into my Instagram stories at www.Instagram.com/GemAndTonik. There I share videos of every piece I create before I ship it out to its forever home. :)
Stone Measurements:
- Stone 1(Azurite & Malachite): 14.5mm x 10mm approx.
- Stone 2 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 16mm x 11mm approx.
- Stone 3 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 15.5mm x 13mm approx.
- Stone 4 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 16mm x 16mm approx.
- Stone 5 (Azurite & Malachite): 17mm x 13mm approx.
- Stone 6 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 17mm x 10mm approx.
- Stone 7 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 18mm x 13mm approx.
- Stone 8 (Azurite & Malachite): 18mm x 13mm approx.
- Stone 9 (Azurite & Malachite): 16mm x 14mm approx.
- Stone 10 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 16mm x 11mm approx.
- Stone 11 (Azurite & Chrysocolla): 18mm x 13.5mm approx.
💎 AZURITE LORE:
The gemstone Azurite had a rich history in ancient times. The ancient Chinese called it the 'Stone of Heaven,' believing it to open celestial gateways. To the inhabitants of Atlantis and the early Egyptians, Azurite was considered to be an extremely potent psychic stone. It was shrouded in mystery and its secrets were known only to the highest priests and priestesses. It was also revered by Greeks and Romans for its healing powers.
One of the main properties of Azurite is that it is thought to temper the mind, releasing confusion, stress and worry. It helps with indecision and doubt, restoring control and balance over emotions. It is generally considered to be a stone that releases its energy through constant touch, and so rubbing a piece of Azurite is thought to help aid its uses.
As well having these properties, Azurite is also help to assist with study, learning and general multi-tasking in life. It does this by enhancing focus, concentration and improving memory.
💎 MALACHITE LORE:
Well known to ancient Egyptians, Malachite mines were in use between the Suez and Sinai as early as 4000 B.C. Malachite was also popular with the Ancient Greeks and Romans for jewellery, ornaments and in powdered form, for eye shadow. Malachite was believed to protect against the 'Evil Eye' and to cure against various ailments. Russian Czars used Malachite for ornaments and panelling for their castles, and intricate inlay work.
One of the greatest properties of Malachite is protection, from both the physical and spiritual realm. Other properties include helping one to make change, creativity, enhancing the development of intuition, and to aid emotional healing. Keep Malachite with you to protect you whilst traveling or when undertaking tasks that may take a physical or psychological toll on your body.
💎 CHRYSOCOLLA LORE:
In history, Chrysocolla was used by Native American Indians for healing. It was thought that the stone strengthened the body’s resistance and also calmed the mind. Today, Chrysocolla is thought to have many properties. The most commonly known is that it is a stone of communication; amazing for self-expression and creative areas like art and music. It also is a calming stone, emphasizing peace, compassion and strength of character.
Chrysocolla is also thought to be effective at attracting love. As well as this, the stone combats loneliness, increases creativity, provides stability and heightens inner strength.
