About this piece: "Emberwood Crown"

This lovely handcrafted, one of a kind solid sterling silver ring is set with an exquisite, expertly cut and polished Opalized Petrified Wood cabochon. Incredibly rare quality and color in this stone. This stone comes from a stonecutter I've been working with for many years - his talent is unparalleled. I have set it with a "crown" of little sterling dots.

I took photos outdoors in natural light as well as in studio lighting to show how it appears in both.

The ring is a size 7.75. The ringtop itself, including the stone, is approximately 3/4" or 21mm square.

The silver has been oxidized (blackened) to bring out the beauty of the design.

Our logo and hallmark also whimsically appear on the reverse of the ring. This is a breathtaking ring that will be treasured by its owner.

All of my jewelry is handmade in the form of centuries old tools - torch, hammers, anvils and saws. As such, you may see the rustic marks of forging. This never interferes with the structural integrity of the piece, and is considered to add to the beauty of something labored over - not cast from a machine or mass factory.

About the Stone & Properties:

The opalization process

Burial: A tree falls and is quickly covered by mud, volcanic ash, or other sediment, protecting it from oxygen and decay.
Infiltration: Over long periods, groundwater that is rich in dissolved silica percolates through the buried wood.
Replacement: The silica-rich water deposits opal, which gradually replaces the wood's organic material molecule by molecule.
Preservation: This slow replacement process preserves the original texture, grain, and even the cellular structure of the wood, creating a fossil replica in opal.

Metaphysical properties

Opalized petrified wood combines the grounding and stabilizing energy of petrified wood with the soothing, healing, and spiritual energy of opal. It is used for grounding, balancing emotional and spiritual states, and fostering patience and steady growth. This unique stone helps clear emotional stress, promotes healthy expression of feelings, and provides a sense of safety and stability, especially for those starting new journeys.

About the Artist:

I'm Bonnie Swensrud, and my family and I proudly design, forge, and finish every item you see in this shop. I've been a silversmith for 25 years, and this business is the heart of our family. Most of our work is in soft metals like fine and sterling silver, copper, brass, bronze, and gold. We love to include natural stones and minerals, adding to the meaning and energy of our pieces. Our small shop is in the Pacific Northwest, in the shadow of the beautiful Mt. Rainier. Our work is inspired by beautiful thick green forests, abundant marine life, teeming lakes and ponds, the smell of rain, ancient petrified wood and agates, the profound experiences of everyday life, and the bounding laughter of our five children.

Each of our collections has a special story. Every member of our family is involved in our process - from the choosing of the stones from all over the world, to the design ideas, to the strength and architecture of the pieces. Every single item in our collections is one-of-a-kind - from the hand-sawing of the silver, to the rare and beautiful stones, to the hand-pressed dies made from antique hubs, the soldering of the accents, and finally to our quality mark.

When you purchase our art, you are not just obtaining a beautiful, handcrafted item - you are also receiving a piece of our story. Our heart, our energy, our effort and our family all come bundled in every piece we make. We hope you love it.

About Our Work:

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All of our work is one of a kind, hand forged, and will be rustic and unique. Not every part of it will be even, there will be evidence of the work that went into the piece. Our detailed photos show our work from every angle. Our pieces feature our name and hallmark, and are made to be sturdy and worn. That said, if you should have any issues, please contact us with questions. We do not accept returns or exchanges, but will be happy to work with you on resolution of any issues.