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Marcasite by Dallas Prince Mother-of-Pearl & Chrome Marcasite Ring

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120-875 - Marcasite by Dallas Prince Mother-of-Pearl & Chrome Marcasite Ring
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Marcasite by Dallas Prince Mother-of-Pearl & Chrome Marcasite Ring

Top your hand with feminine flair when you sport this stunning fleur-de-lis design! Designed in polished 18K yellow gold over sterling silver, this ring boasts a hammered finish and a stunning oval cut 19.0 x 13.5mm white mother-of-pearl in an adhesive setting. For a golden finish, you'll also find 49 round cut 1.0-1.8mm chrome marcasites in pave settings.

The mother-of-pearl weighs 7.50ct and the total marcasite weight is 0.71ct (both approximate). The ring measures 7/8"L x 7/8"W x 5/16"H.

Part of the Marcasite by Dallas Prince Collection. Includes box, pouch and romance card with purchase. All weights pertaining to diamond weights are minimum weights. Additionally, please note that many gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty. Click here for important information about gemstone enhancements and special care requirements.


Gold over Silver    Mother-of-Pearl    Marcasite    


Vermeil Plating:
Pronounced “vermay,” vermeil is an electroplating process in which 14K gold or higher is coated over sterling silver. Officially designated by the jewelry industry, items may only be sold as vermeil if they have a minimum thickness of 100 millionths of an inch (2.5 microns) of gold over the silver. Over time, vermeil will wear off and therefore will require re-plating.

Gold Embraced:
Our Gold Embraced collections feature layers of precious 18K gold over sterling silver or bronze for a rich, lustrous, radiant finish everywhere you look and touch.

To care for your plated jewelry items:

  • Remove jewelry before bathing, swimming, washing hands, putting on make-up, lotions, perfumes, and/or working with household chemicals, cleaners, or acidic liquids.
  • Do not clean plated jewelry in an ultrasonic cleaner or in silver cleaning solutions, as it could completely remove the plating finish from your item.
  • Ensure your jewelry item is thoroughly dry before storing. Moisture in an enclosed space can increase tarnishing.
  • Store your plated jewelry in a jewelry box lined with felt or anti-tarnish material. Items should not be stacked as this may cause damage to the plating surface.
  • Do not use excessive pressure when cleaning with a polishing cloth or soft brush, as this may cause damage to the plating.
  • Over time your plated items will need to be re-plated. Contact your local jeweler for information on plating services.


    Mother-of-Pearl:

    Mother-of-pearl is found on the shells of mollusks, such as mussels and oysters, and the shells of pseudopods, such as snails. When the young of these creatures come into the world, they create a shell “house” in order to preserve their existence. The walls of this housing are formed with layers their of secretions, ensuring a simultaneous growth of house and creature together.

    Depending on the type of animal and the environment in which it lives, secretions create various shapes and colors found on the different types of mother-of-pearl. “White” mother-of-pearl comes from pearl-bearing oysters. It features high reflective properties and is one of the most commonly used types of this material. “ Iridescent” mother-of-pearl is a type in which the colors of pink and green are predominant, while “variegated” mother-of-pearl is a multicolored type. “Stone” mother-of-pearl is white with a low reflective power, while “mat” mother-of-pearl is dull grey and also has a low reflective power.

    The shiny quality of mother-of-pearl has attracted attention for thousands of years. The Louvre Museum features mother-of-pearl objects that belonged to the Sumerians and were found in Mesopotamia. In China, a dish with geometric-shaped pieces of mother-of-pearl was found that belonged to the Tang Dynasty in 618-906 A.D. Mother-of-pearl work was also common in ancient Italy, Greece and Cyprus. Today, different types of mother-of-pearl are commonly used in the art world. This type of art is certainly a challenge, for in order for them to be made into works of art, the mother-of-pearl pieces must be thick enough to withstand being worked upon and be of high enough quality to beautifully reflect colors of the rainbow.


    Marcasite, a name derived from the Arabic word for pyrite, is the term applied to small polished and faceted stones inlayed in sterling silver. Their color is usually described is being pale bronze, looking rather gray with a greenish tint. A multi-colored tarnish may exist as a result of oxidation. With a metallic luster and opaque crystals, marcasite ranks 6.0-6.5 on the Mohs Scale. Occurrences are worldwide, especially in the United States, Mexico, France, Peru, China and Russia.


    • Dallas About the Collection
    Collect distinctive jewelry pieces from internationally-renowned jewelry designer Dallas Prince. Bringing vintage style to modern day fashion, Dallas' Marcasite collection elevates the look of traditional marcasite designs to a new level by adding texture and artistic details to each piece.

    This exceptionally designed collection evokes the dramatic styles of classic eras such as Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro. Each iconic design reinvents antique elegance with a timeless presence.

    Each radiates with the finest marcasites, innovatively chrome or rhodium-plated to increases the refractive shine so they sparkle like diamonds. The ultimate visual indulgence is the experienced addition of colorful gemstones and diamonds set in sterling silver and 14k vermeil.

    Become romanced by guest and designer Dallas Prince as she continues her more than 14-year creative legacy of quality craftsmanship, design and artistry through her marcasite jewelry collection.

    About the Guest
    Designer and on-air guest Dallas Prince, a native Texan, has been active as an artist since 1970, creating paintings and works of art in the contemporary realist tradition. After moving to Los Angeles and being introduced to the jewelry television industry, creative accessorizing merged with her art and it became a lifetime passion. For Dallas, Jewelry is the ultimate artistic medium.

    Dallas has spent years creating an extensive line of unique jewelry showcasing signature design elements, including visionary mountings and unique color combinations.

    Each jewelry design echoes the same elegant sense of beauty as her paintings. Says Dallas, "I aim for subtlety in feminine style and elegance without sacrificing intricate details. While I am my own best customer, I've always felt a profound responsibility to the women who wear my designs."

    Based in the downtown Los Angeles Jewelry district, she continues to design and manufacture her private collection. Join Dallas on-air as she explores artistic elements of distant eras with the diamond-like shine of marcasite designs.

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