Verdure Silver Ring - London Blue Topaz

The jewelry is made from 925 silver and rhodium plated for a uniform finish and enhanced resistance to oxidation. Hypoallergenic material, suitable for daily wear, with good durability under normal usage conditions.

The zirconia used in jewelry (cubic zirconia) is a stone that’s entirely man-made.

It’s zirconium dioxide melted at over 2700°C and carefully crystallized to obtain a clear, inclusion-free stone.

It’s virtually absent in nature — a triumph of the lab.

It even has a Cold War backstory: it was perfected by Soviet scientists at the Lebedev Institute in Moscow in the 1970s, under the name “fianit”.

The result mimics a diamond’s fire so well that it has become the most popular sparkling and affordable alternative to diamond.

Good to know: it’s different from “zircon,” which is a completely separate natural gemstone.

Most often it’s colorless, mirroring diamond, but it can be produced in any color.

Its strong brilliance is beautifully showcased in 925 silver and gold.

As a modern stone, it doesn’t have its own symbolic tradition, but it’s loved for its sparkle and versatility.

With a hardness of 8–8,5 it stands up well to everyday wear, requiring only moderate care.

Clean it gently to keep its fire, and it’s right at home in everyday jewelry.

London Blue topaz carries the most intense and deepest blue in the topaz family — an inky, slightly grayish, sophisticated blue.

It’s fair to say: this shade doesn’t occur in nature.

It’s created from colorless topaz, irradiated to deepen its color.

Just like Sky Blue, it’s a safe, industry-standard process, and quality stones are tested before sale.

The name “London Blue” has become synonymous with a rich, elegant blue, highly sought after in modern jewelry.

Unlike the lighter Sky Blue tone, the London variety has a distinct depth that gives it a contemporary edge.

The color is a deep, intense blue with subtle greenish undertones.

The underlying topaz comes primarily from Brazil and Nigeria.

Associated with clarity, confidence, and balance, its deep tone makes it a go-to choice for statement pieces.

With a hardness of 8, it’s durable, needing only protection from strong impacts and sudden temperature changes.

It should be cleaned gently and looks beautiful in 925 silver and white gold.