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Pietersite Rings in Sterling Silver
Pietersite rings showcase one of the mineral world's most dynamic optical effects. This rare silicified crocidolite forms in only two locations: Namibia and China's Hunan Province. Each stone displays swirling bands of gold, blue, and bronze that shift with movement, an effect called chatoyance. Our collection of 8 pietersite rings ranges from $1349 to $2298, with every stone set in solid .925 sterling silver. Free shipping to all US addresses.
| Estimated value: | $2,683.78 |
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| Weight: | 19.80g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L- 1 3/8, W- 1, T- 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 24-lis-25-10 |
| Estimated value: | $3,983.78 |
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| Weight: | 14.50g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L- 1 3/8, W- 7/8, T- 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 19-lis-25-46 |
| Estimated value: | $2,283.78 |
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| Weight: | 12.90g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L- 1 1/2, W- 5/8, T- 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 19-wrz-25-9 |
| Estimated value: | $2,265.78 |
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| Weight: | 22.90g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L- 1 1/2, W- 1, T- 1/2 inch | |
| Item Code: | 1-wrz-25-12 |
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Natural Chatoyant Pietersite Set in .925 Silver
Pietersite belongs to the chalcedony family with a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, making it suitable for regular wear in ring settings. The stone formed when quartz replaced fibrous crocidolite, preserving the original mineral's structure while creating those characteristic swirling patterns. Unlike tiger's eye, which shows straight parallel fibers, pietersite's chaotic formation process produced fragmented, rotating bands that catch light from multiple angles. Sid Pieters discovered the Namibian deposits in 1962, and the stone bears his name. The Chinese variety, found decades later, tends toward deeper blues and slate grays. Both sources produce material with that trademark tempest appearance, sometimes called the Tempest Stone for its storm-cloud patterns. Our rings feature natural, untreated pietersite in settings designed to protect the stone while allowing full light interaction across the cabochon surface. SilverRush Style has offered genuine gemstone jewelry since 2005. Browse the collection below to find your size and preferred color variation.Frequently Asked Questions
What is pietersite and where does it come from?
Pietersite is a variety of chalcedony containing embedded fibers of amphibole minerals. It forms in only two locations worldwide: Namibia, where Sid Pieters discovered it in 1962, and China's Hunan Province.
Is pietersite durable enough for everyday ring wear?
Pietersite rates 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, comparable to quartz. This makes it suitable for regular wear, though removing rings during heavy manual work helps prevent chips or scratches.
Why does pietersite appear to move or shimmer?
The shimmer comes from chatoyance, an optical effect caused by light reflecting off fibrous mineral inclusions. Pietersite's fragmented, swirling fiber structure creates multi-directional light play that shifts as the stone moves.
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