{"title":"December - Zircon (Modern) (Beta)","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDecember Birthstone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTurquoise and blue zircon share the December birthstone title because blue zircon was added as a durable, sparkly alternative to the traditional, fragile, and porous turquoise.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"5-zircon-round","title":"Blue Zircon Ring | 14kt","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eA Bit About The Piece\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant round cut blue zircon set in vintage style yellow gold solitaire ring.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails, details...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Center Stone: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Zircon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eapproximately 3.05 carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emeasurements: 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Round Brilliant Cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003eCast 8 Prong Set Solitaire Ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14kt yellow gold, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edefault size: 6.50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Zircon:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot to be confused with lab grown \"cubic zirconia,\" zircon is the earliest forming natural gemstone on Earth, believed to have formed 4.4 billion years ago.  The stone comes in a variety of colors including golden brown, green, white, blue, and pink.  Blue zircon is one of December's three birthstones.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZircon possesses two unique gemological qualities most gems do not: it has a high birefringence, and it is metamict.  Zircon's \"high birefringence\" directly contributes to how much the stone sparkles; it also gives a visually blurring \"doubling\" effect that can be observed when looking into the stone.  \"Metamict\" is a term that refers to when a crystal's natural inherent radioactivity causes damage to its own atomic structure over time.  The radioactivity of zircon is too faint to have any effect on humans (even with constant everyday wear over one's life), and damage is believed to occur over many millennia.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZircon ranks 6 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale; green and golden-brown stones are on the softer end of the range (due to being earlier forming material with more time for radioactive change), and blue, pink, and white stones are on the harder end of the range.  While zircon is generally regarded durable material, we advise to remove rings when working with your hands to avoid unnecessary wear.  It is safe to clean zircon jewelry with chemical jewelry cleaner unless otherwise noted on the label.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWanna closer look?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact us for additional photos\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equick message\u003c\/a\u003e, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYour order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnsure of the ring size?  Most rings can be sized by your local jeweler.  We want that to be us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Burton's Gems and Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41099162419385,"sku":"101","price":970.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/3785\/2601\/products\/F45E4970-B07C-4918-8489-04B56C34B04B.jpg?v=1635883492"},{"product_id":"blue-zircon-cluster-ring-ladies","title":"Blue Zircon Cluster Ring | 10kt","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eA Bit About The Piece\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight blue zircon cluster ring with brilliant fire in the sunlight.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails, details...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stones: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Zircon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19 stones total, including...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 Standard Round Brilliant Cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eround cut measurements: 3mm each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 oval cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoval cut measurements: 3mm x 4mm each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003eCast Prong Set Cluster Ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10kt yellow gold, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edefault size: 6.25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Zircon:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot to be confused with lab grown \"cubic zirconia,\" zircon is the earliest forming natural gemstone on Earth, believed to have formed 4.4 billion years ago.  The stone comes in a variety of colors including golden brown, green, white, blue, and pink.  Blue zircon is one of December's three birthstones.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZircon possesses two unique gemological qualities most gems do not: it has a high birefringence, and it is metamict.  Zircon's \"high birefringence\" directly contributes to how much the stone sparkles; it also gives a visually blurring \"doubling\" effect that can be observed when looking into the stone.  \"Metamict\" is a term that refers to when a crystal's natural inherent radioactivity causes damage to its own atomic structure over time.  The radioactivity of zircon is too faint to have any effect on humans (even with constant everyday wear over one's life), and damage is believed to occur over many millennia.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZircon ranks 6 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale; green and golden-brown stones are on the softer end of the range (due to being earlier forming material with more time for radioactive change), and blue, pink, and white stones are on the harder end of the range.  While zircon is generally regarded durable material, we advise to remove rings when working with your hands to avoid unnecessary wear.  It is safe to clean zircon jewelry with chemical jewelry cleaner unless otherwise noted on the label.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWanna closer look?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"contact us for additional photos\" href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003equick message\u003c\/a\u003e, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYour order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnsure of the ring size?  Most rings can be sized by your local jeweler.  We want that to be us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Burton's Gems and Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41192484274361,"sku":"112","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/3785\/2601\/products\/F59B5281-A5A0-446B-BF95-2B22CE4F46AF.jpg?v=1635885538"},{"product_id":"blue-topaz-necklace","title":"Blue Topaz \u0026 Zircon Necklace | Sterling Silver","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Bit About The Piece\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClean, modern style necklace set with blue topaz and a single white zircon in sterling silver.  Adjustable chain provides multiple length options.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDetails, details...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Main Stones: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Topaz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e55.20 carats total weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14 total faceted stones including:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e12 round cuts and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2 heart shaped stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eround cut measurements: 8mm to 9.5mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eheart shape measurements: 11mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Accent Stone: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhite Zircon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1 emerald cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estone measurements: 2.63mm x 1.46mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003eProng Set Adjustable Chain Necklace\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esterling silver, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecable chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echain length: 18 inches to 20 inches, adjustable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echain cannot be removed from piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Topaz:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTopaz, the birthstone of November, is known to come in a variety of colors.  Stones can naturally be yellow, gold, brown, pink, white\/colorless, and light blue.  Specific tones of blue such as \"Swiss blue\" and \"London blue\" are achieved through irradiation treatment.  Vibrant pink, violet, \"mystic topaz,\" and green topaz are the result of coating natural colorless topaz in titanium and other materials.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRanking 8 on the Mohs hardness scale, topaz is highly scratch resistant and great for everyday wear.  It is important to note, however, that topaz is easy-cleaving and cannot withstand sharp blows.  Most topaz jewelry can safely be cleaned with chemical jewelry cleaner, but we recommend cleaning coated topaz jewelry (such as \"mystic topaz\") with care.  Certain coatings can be more delicate than others.  Warm water with mild soap and a soft bristled toothbrush should not harm coated topaz if not brushed aggressively.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWanna closer look?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact us for additional photos\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equick message\u003c\/a\u003e, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYour order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Burton's Gems and Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41350636470457,"sku":"138","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/3785\/2601\/products\/image_abe3ce49-fe2b-4552-9213-85aee6a6f0ab.jpg?v=1634853106"},{"product_id":"blue-white-zircon-ring-sterling-silver","title":"Blue \u0026 White Zircon Ring | Sterling Silver","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eA Bit About The Piece\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Blue Zircon Silver Ring\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1049440501?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight blue zircon cluster ring with brilliant fire in the sunlight.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails, details...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Center Stone: \u003c\/strong\u003eZircon, natural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efaceted oval cut\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emeasurements: 7.97mm x 5.99mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecolor: blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etreatments: irradiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Side Stones: \u003c\/strong\u003eZircon, natural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 total stones, including:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 faceted emerald cuts and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 princess cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage emerald cut measurements: 1.9mm x 2.85mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage princess cut measurements: 1.97mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecolor: white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etreatments: irradiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003eCast Prong and Channel Set Cathedral Ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebottom of shank width: 4.14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eapproximate default size: 7.00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Zircon:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot to be confused with lab grown \"cubic zirconia,\" zircon is the earliest forming natural gemstone on Earth, believed to have formed 4.4 billion years ago.  The stone comes in a variety of colors including golden brown, green, white, blue, and pink.  Blue zircon is one of December's three birthstones.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eZircon possesses two unique gemological qualities most gems do not: it has a high birefringence, and it is metamict.  Zircon's \"high birefringence\" directly contributes to how much the stone sparkles; it also gives a visually blurring \"doubling\" effect that can be observed when looking into the stone.  \"Metamict\" is a term that refers to when a crystal's natural inherent radioactivity causes damage to its own atomic structure over time.  The radioactivity of zircon is too faint to have any effect on humans (even with constant everyday wear over one's life), and damage is believed to occur over many millennia.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eZircon ranks 6 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale; green and golden-brown stones are on the softer end of the range (due to being earlier forming material with more time for radioactive change), and blue, pink, and white stones are on the harder end of the range.  While zircon is generally regarded durable material, we advise to remove rings when working with your hands to avoid unnecessary wear.  It is safe to clean zircon jewelry with chemical jewelry cleaner unless otherwise noted on the label.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWanna closer look?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"contact us for additional photos\" href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equick message\u003c\/a\u003e, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYour order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnsure of the ring size?  Most rings can be sized by your local jeweler.  We want that to be us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Burton's Gems and Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42294353068217,"sku":"369-C11","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/3785\/2601\/products\/bluezirconringsilver.jpg?v=1652658361"},{"product_id":"blue-zircon-ring-18kt-vintage-c-1940s","title":"Blue Zircon Solitaire Ring | 18kt | Vintage, c.1940's","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Bit About The Piece\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVintage 18kt white gold ring set with a round brilliant cut blue zircon.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDetails, details...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Stone: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Zircon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estone diameter: 7.98mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eestimated carat weight: 3.50cts - 4.00cts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecolor: blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etreatments: irradiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emoderate abraisions to facet junctions- see photos for more detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003eCast Split 4 Prong Solitaire Ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e18kt white gold, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etop of ring width: 7.98mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebottom of shank width: 1.48mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecirca 1940's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edefault size: 6.00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Zircon:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot to be confused with lab grown \"cubic zirconia,\" zircon is the earliest forming natural gemstone on Earth, believed to have formed 4.4 billion years ago.  The stone comes in a variety of colors including golden brown, green, white, blue, and pink.  Blue zircon is one of December's three birthstones.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZircon possesses two unique gemological qualities most gems do not: it has a high birefringence, and it is metamict.  Zircon's \"high birefringence\" directly contributes to how much the stone sparkles; it also gives a visually blurring \"doubling\" effect that can be observed when looking into the stone.  \"Metamict\" is a term that refers to when a crystal's natural inherent radioactivity causes damage to its own atomic structure over time.  The radioactivity of zircon is too faint to have any effect on humans (even with constant everyday wear over one's life), and damage is believed to occur over many millennia.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZircon ranks 6 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale; green and golden-brown stones are on the softer end of the range (due to being earlier forming material with more time for radioactive change), and blue, pink, and white stones are on the harder end of the range.  While zircon is generally regarded durable material, we advise to remove rings when working with your hands to avoid unnecessary wear.  It is safe to clean zircon jewelry with chemical jewelry cleaner unless otherwise noted on the label.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWanna closer look?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact us for additional photos\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equick message\u003c\/a\u003e, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYour order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll vintage, antique, and estate items are sold \"as is.\"  Though we do our best to ensure these pieces are safe to be enjoyed, they may have wear.  Please refer to photos and product descriptions before making your purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnsure of the ring size?  Most rings can be sized by your local jeweler.  We want that to be us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Burton's Gems and Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44279138320691,"sku":"655","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/3785\/2601\/products\/vintagebluezirconring.jpg?v=1674252592"},{"product_id":"estate-blue-zircon-cluster-ring-in-14kt-gold","title":"Estate Blue Zircon Cluster Ring in 14kt Gold","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Bit About The Piece\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/923899741?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"Estate Blue Zircon Cluster Ring\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEstate 14 karat yellow gold ring bezel set with 13 round brilliant cut blue zircons, December's birthstone.  The frame of the ring is accented with a textured milgrain pattern.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDetails, details...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Stones: \u003c\/strong\u003eZircon, natural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estone count: 13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecut: Standard Round Brilliant Cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eaverage stone diameters (millimeters): 5.00mm, 2.20mm, 1.85mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eaverage stone diameters (inches): 0.2\", 0.1\", 0.1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecolor: blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003eMilgrain Accented Bezel-Set Cluster Ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emetal: 14kt yellow gold, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etop of ring width: 18.96mm (0.75\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eheight of ring from finger: 5.94mm (0.25)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebottom of shank width: 3.09mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ering weight: 7.36 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edefault ring size: 7.00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWanna closer look?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are always happy to provide additional photos and videos any time.  Just shoot us a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact us for additional photos\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/burtons-gems-and-opals.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equick message\u003c\/a\u003e, and we'll get back to you.  Don't be shy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYour order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll vintage, antique, and estate items are sold \"as is.\"  While we do our best to ensure these pieces are safe to be enjoyed, they may have wear.  Please refer to photos and product descriptions before making your purchase for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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