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Morton | Vintage Mexican Fire Agate Solitaire Ring in Sterling Silver, c.1990s

Morton | Vintage Mexican Fire Agate Solitaire Ring in Sterling Silver, c.1990s

$125.00 USD
$125.00 USD
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Meet Morton,

A Unisex Solitaire Fire Agate Ring with a Natural Open Design

Sourced from Northern Mexico, the oval cabochon cut fire agate pops with a bright green 'eye' surrounded in an orangish red ring, floating in a chocolate brown body.  The 1990s-Era sterling silver mounting exhibits a lovely open design, depicting a vine with flowers.

Though protectively bezel set, the fire agate is loose in its setting due to lack of an epoxy mounting and is being sold as-is; some light wear is visible along the ring's shank and bezel.  See photos and video for more details.

Default ring size 7.25 US.

 

Details, details...

The Stone: Fire Agate, natural

  • stone count: 1
  • cut: oval cabochon
  • stone measurements (millimeters): 11.30mm x 9.12mm
  • stone measurements (inches): 0.4" x 0.33"
  • origin: Northern Mexico
  • iridescence description: green eye with orangish red ring

    The Setting: Handmade Bezel Set Solitaire Ring

    • metal: .925 sterling silver, solid
    • top of ring width: 13.54mm (0.5")
    • height of ring from finger: 5.91mm (0.25")
    • bottom of shank width: 2.15mm
    • ring weight: 4.73 grams
    • default ring size: 7.25 US
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    About Fire Agate

    Fire agate is an unlikely volcanic combination of several minerals that find themselves encapsulated in agate, a variety of quartz.  Higher grade stones are iridescent and glow similar to opal, changing vivid colors when held at different angles.  It has become increasingly difficult to find quality gem grade material on the market; the Slaughter Mountain deposit, known for producing some of the world's finest rough, sits within the San Carlos Apache reservation in Arizona.  Outsiders are charged hefty fees to mine with most excursions being fruitless.  Specialists in the field insist what little high grade material is left on the market today is actually older material mined in the 1970's.  This is also believed to be the case of material from the high quality Deer Creek (also Arizona) and Mexico deposits, as well.

    While fire agate is not technically a variety of common agate, there are advantages to its close relationship.  Ranking a reasonable 6 to 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, the stone is safe to be worn daily; where the material truly shines (figuratively speaking) is its superior toughness.  Fire agate makes the perfect ring for one who works with their hands and wants a piece of jewelry they can wear all the time.  It can be used safely in both engagement rings and men's rings, as well as make a far more durable alternative to opal.  Fire agate jewelry and stones can be cleaned with jewelry cleaner, ultrasonic cleaners, and steam cleaners. If none of these options are available, soap and warm water is never dangerous.

    Shipping, Handling, & Inventory

    Your order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.

    While we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.

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    We are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a quick message, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!

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