Amethyst Dragon Ring, Hand Crafted popular Recycled Sterling Silver, February birthstone, handmade Chinese dragon, Pisces, Aquarius, Zodiac, natural

* Sterling silver Dragon ring, Amethyst
* Please read the entire description before ordering:

Amethyst is said to have the power to enhance understanding and wisdom. This hand crafted Sterling Silver Dragon Ring will be set with a natural purple amethyst cabochon earth mined in Brazil. The amethyst measures 8 mm x 6 mm, and will weigh about 1.25 to 1.40 carats. The stone is well polished and quite beautiful. There are often some light veils and small fissures visible inside these stones. The amethyst in your ring will be from the same lot as the stones pictured; a medium dark purple color. The ring is a handmade Chinese style dragon which wraps around your finger and the stone. It weighs 5.73 grams. The ring shank at the thinnest place in the back measures about 3.3 mm wide x 1.2 mm thick. The last 2 pictures are for visual size and scale reference, so you can see exactly what size the ring is. They show the silver ring without the stone next to a US dime coin and 1" on a ruler. The sterling silver I use to make my rings is alloyed using newly refined recycled silver. The only difference between recycled sterling silver and silver not identified as recycled is the source of the pure silver. Recycled silver has less impact on the environment than newly mined silver. Otherwise, it is exactly the same. I believe that if we all work together towards positive change, we can make the world a better, healthier place. That's why I use recycled where I can. The Navy blue jewelry box it will be sent in is also made with 100% recycled materials. This amethyst is an "Ethically Mined Gemstone", which means it was extracted from the ground with minimal environmental damage by miners who are not exploited or suffering terrible working conditions and the profits are not used to fund war, terrorism or political corruption.

I will make your ring in the size you specify when you order it; sizes 5 through 13 in full, half, or quarter sizes. For reference, the ring pictured is a size 7 1/2. I can usually have the ring made and ready to ship within 3 to 5 business days.

PROPER FINGER SIZING:

There is no way to accurately guess or estimate the finger size you need for a ring to fit properly. The only way to obtain an accurate measurement is to use the METAL finger gauges used by jewelers. Go to a store that sells rings, and get the finger measured. They will be happy to do this for you. Finger size is totally unrelated to body size or shoe size. Using string or ribbon to measure the finger is not accurate. Printing a paper off the internet and wrapping it around your finger probably won't yield accurate results. You remember that she used to say she wore about a size 7 ring? It probably has changed or you remember wrong. Again, the only reliably accurate way is to use metal finger gauges graduated in 1/2 sizes, until you find the one that fits best. Also keep in mind that fingers are smaller when you are very cold, and larger when it is hot and humid. Receiving a new ring that is too large or small is quite disappointing. You will be far happier if you take the time to obtain an accurate size before ordering. I can re-size a ring for you when you order the wrong size. But you will be paying an additional $20.00 to $30.00 to have me re-size it and send it back to you; and then there is the time it will take (could be 2+ weeks). My return policy specifically prohibits a refund for ordering a ring custom made to a size that does not fit (you ordered the wrong size). Why not just measure the finger and get it ordered right the first time?

However, in this time of the Covid-19 Pandemic, a trip to a jewelry store to have your finger measured may be difficult and potentially dangerous. Thus, I am offering this MULTISIZER ring finger gauge to be sent to you with free shipping to an address in the USA. While not quite as accurate as metal finger gauges, if used properly this will give you a more accurate size than a string, or a ribbon, or a guess. You can purchase one with free shipping here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/876114033/multisizer-ring-sizing-gague-for

If you like the dragon design, but would prefer a different gem, I can probably make one for you. I have more of these listed in my Etsy shop with different stones, and I have thousands of gems to choose from. Please write me if you would like to discuss making something different.

Metaphysically Speaking:

Metaphysically amethyst is one of the best stones to use in meditating. Amethyst has popular a calming mental effect, and promotes tranquility, deeper understanding, and humility. It can help initiate wisdom and greater understanding. Amethyst is also the best stone to use to relieve tension or migraine headaches. Amethyst is the traditional birth stone for those born in February. It is associated with the astrological signs Aquarius and Pisces in the Zodiac.

** The free shipping offered to an address within the United States is by First Class US Post. An upgrade to faster Priority or Priority Express US shipping is available at checkout.

*INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: I no longer ship to countries outside the USA.