The White River - Variscite Ring

TITLE: The White River - Variscite Ring

• Stone: White River Variscite
• Setting: Freeform teardrop bezel with beaded rope-edge border
• Band: Hammered sterling silver, 5⁄16" width
• Details: Hand-fabricated bezel, beaded trim, hand-hammered band texture, hand-stamped maker's mark
• Dimensions: Stone ⅞" x ⅞" · Band 5⁄16" · Ring Size 7½
• Origin: White River Variscite (Nevada) — set in Taos, NM
• Maker's Mark: Hand-stamped by the artist

Variscite forms as nodules within phosphate-rich rock, and White River material comes from a specific claim in Nevada's high desert a state that produces some of the most varied variscite in the country, from deep forest green to the pale, almost porcelain tone seen here. The White River deposit sits in a remote stretch of that landscape, mined in small quantities and known among collectors for exactly this kind of restraint: a soft, pale ground with minimal matrix, letting a single fine vein of contrast stand out clearly rather than getting lost in dense webbing. That vein records a fracture in the host rock, later filled with darker mineral deposits as groundwater moved through over time a quiet signature of the same dry, mineral-rich country the stone was pulled from.

DAILY WEAR

Put jewelry on last - after lotion and perfume. Remove before swimming, cleaning , or working with your hands.

CLEANING 

Warm water and a drop pf dish soap does the job. Use a soft cloth, dry immediately, and finish with a silver polishing cloth.

TARNISH 

Tarnish is natural, not damage. If a piece has an antiqued finish, polish only the raised surfaces to preserve the contrast. 

STORAGE 

Store pieces separately in a soft pouch or lined box. Keep away from humid areas and direct sunlight to slow tarnishing.

Returns & Exchanges

MADE-TO-ORDER & CUSTOM RING SIZE

All “Choose Your Size” rings and custom orders are final sale. Because these pieces are crafted specifically to your specifications, they are not eligible for returns or exchanges. Please ensure all details — especially ring size — are accurate before placing your order.

ALL OTHER ITEMS 

Most items are eligible for return or exchange. To initiate a return, please contact us within 2–3 days of receiving your order. Items must be returned within 7 days of delivery. Refunds are processed upon receipt of the returned piece.

A NOTE ON RING SIZING 

Getting the right fit starts with an accurate measurement. Wide band rings in particular may require sizing up by ¼ to ½ size for a comfortable fit, so please keep that in mind when ordering. If you’re unsure of your size, we recommend visiting a local jeweler for a professional measurement before placing your order. Fire & Stone cannot be held responsible for made-to-order rings that are crafted true to the size provided but do not fit as expected.