Handmade Silver Rings Handcrafted Silver Jewelry

Aug. 13, 2010 - PRLog -- Simple and elegant jewelry has always been a focus of attention for men and women alike throughout history.  Nothing truer can be said for silver rings.  With the way the silver can be polished up to sparkle or the simple versatility of the design, silver rings have been, and will be hugely popular worldwide, especially when it comes to handmade jewelry.

Silver rings can be simple bands of sterling silver, or they can be thick frameworks of silver.  The silver ring can be inlaid with gemstones, pearl, bone, or just about anything.  Silver rings, more and more, are worn not only on fingers and toes but all over the body.  
Not only for aesthetics, silver rings have been worn for spiritual significances.  Pagans believe the silver is associated with the moon and feminine energies.  The ring, or circle, is associated with the cycle of life and nature.    Silver rings might also be an indication of a promise between two people or a sign of virtue or purity.

The styles of silver rings can vary from contemporary geometric patterns to traditional Native American designs.  The rings can have studded floral designs or carved inspirational words or symbols.  The appearances can range from simple and subtle beauty to a luxurious ring with many gemstones like peridot, citrine, amethyst, and ruby.
While the designs of the silver ring can be varied, so can the type of silver used.  There is pure silver which is 99.9% pure and is quite soft to craft with which is why it is alloyed with other elements to make it more suitable to use.  Sterling silver is the most widely used form of alloyed silver.   Sterling silver is over 92.5% pure and is more durable than pure silver but with the same beautiful shine.  German or nickel silver is a silvery-white alloy that consists of nickel, zinc and copper.  

Many people are allergic to nickel and cannot have it close to their skin, and this is why it is not as widely used.  It is durable and is resistant to corrosion, and thusly it is still used for jewelry. Silver rings have been around for thousands of years, and with their versatility and beauty they will continue to endure as a favorite in handmade silver jewelry for years to come. Artisan handmade jewelry designs at http://www.artisticsilver.com are unique.  Some of my more recent work is in the area of bronze, suggest you also visit Jammer Jewelry http://www.etsy.com/shop/jammerjewelry for some of my latest bronze jewelry styles.

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