Snake Eye Ring

Highlights

• The snake motif carries antique, cocktail, and fashion styling.
• Onyx, crystal, and topaz define the stone materials used in the design.

Good to Know

• Rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass) gives the piece a bright white, reflective surface.
• The lead-free alloy is formulated without lead.
• The plating can wear through over years of wear.
• Polishing compounds and dips can thin the finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ring solid metal or plated?

The ring is rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass), so the visible surface is rhodium plating rather than the alloy. Rhodium is bright white and reflective, while the lead-free alloy is formulated without lead. Lead is the metal most restricted in jewelry by law.

What stones are used in the ring?

The ring brings together onyx, crystal, and topaz, with 11 ct total stone weight. Onyx is a banded chalcedony often seen in deep, even black, while crystal is faceted and polished to catch and scatter light for colour and sparkle.

How to Care for Your Snake Eye Ring

1. Clean the rhodium plated piece with soap, water, and a soft cloth.
2. Avoid polishing compounds and dips, which can thin the plating.
3. Ask a jeweller to re-plate the piece if the finish wears through over years of wear.