Customer Reviews

Sterling Silver 6 Row Marcasite and Crystal Ring

5 star:		(9)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(9)
1 star:		(6)

 

 

Even though I was a little curious after reading some of the negative reviews about this product, I bought it anyway. In a nutshell, I would agree that much of what has been said about the quality is unfortunately true.

The silver is much thinner than it appears in the picture - not the width of the band on the finger, which is substantial. But the thickness of the silver comprising the band. The CZs sparkle very nicely; but the marcasite is not a good match, the way it appears to match up in the picture. That is, the marcasite casts a rather disappointingly dull sheen, which does not contrast all that well against the more brilliant sparkle of the tiny little CZs.

All in all though, its the design of this ring that I love - that's the only thing that kept me from returning it. Would have looked much nicer had it had another color of faceted stone embedded in it instead of marcasite. But again, it was awfully tough to tell from the picture.

9/17/10

Since it's happened again, figured I should set the record straight and update my rating of this product, which I purchased over 2 years ago.

Just got back from a business trip this week, where it has happened AGAIN - got a bunch of really nice compliments on this ring from people I met. A couple of interesting things you might want to know if buying this product:

1. Although I was initially disappointed in the thickness of the silver, turns out it is an extremely comfortable ring to wear because it is not too thick (sometimes thick rings will pinch).

2. I had complained about how 'dull' the marcasite is. Once you get it out of your mind that they are NOT supposed to look like black diamonds or onyx, turns out the contrast between the marcasite and the czs is really rather interesting.

3. I'd initially thought the czs were too small. Well, probably because of their size, everyone thinks this ring is 'real'. That is, the hue of the silver reminds people of white gold, and they assume the czs are diamonds. I wear this ring interchangably with other 'real' rings, so no one even considers the stones might not be diamonds.

4. All stones in my ring are intact, and the silver is in excellent condition (even though I've worn it so regularly over the last 2 years).

The first time she saw it, my husband's aunt (a well-heeled jewelry fanatic with a great eye for quality) grabbed my hand and could not take her eyes off the ring. And she could not stop talking about the 'diamonds'. So much so that I began getting embarrassed about how much $$ I know she thought I spent on it, and had to finally confess to her that it wasn't 'real'. She was absolutely shocked!

Over time, this ring has actually become one of my 'go-to' pieces when I'm wearing black. And nearly every time I wear it, I am complimented on it.

If this one would break or lose stones, honestly, I'd have to buy another one!

Initially it is pretty, but for the price it isn't very much. Looks and feels like it would break in a few months. The thing is itchy against your fingers. You can't really tell the black is there. The picture is, in this case, alot 'prettier' than the actual thing.

I love Sterling Silver & so I thought this would be a classy-looking piece. However, the crystals were very dull & the fit of the ring runs Very small. I wore it once uncomfortably, & was frustrated because I don't give away items that I myself don't like, so it was a waste of $$.

This ring is as nice in person as the picture describing it. I really have enjoyed the ring. However, I had one of the stones to come out of it and I have not had the ring that long. (so this was a little disappointing)

This ring is INDEED MUCH NICER looking in the photo, it's very thin, and not enough room on the finger. Amazon.com should be ashamed for false advertsing, or misleading people...I fault myself though, because I usually do the reviews first, but this time I fell in love with the way it looked, and just ordered it..I'm totally disappointed, and will NEVER buy another ring from amazon..

I was so excited to get this ring!!! But within a few hours of wearing it my finger had turned green!!!! I have other sterling silver jewelry and it's never had that effect on me before. Makes me doubt it's made of sterling silver. Bummer. Very disappointed with this product.

I purchased this ring because I love marcasite and wanted something that would look nice but not too over the top to wear everyday. The first ring I ordered did have a crystal stone fall out less than a week after receiving it, however I simply returned it to Amazon, taking a chance on a replacement. The replacement came and looked better than the first one. I wear the new one, almost everyday and couldn't be happier. I haven't had any more problems and it still looks nice and pretty. So yes I agree that you get what you pay for and for the price, I think the ring is well worth the "risk". Happy Shopping!!

I have been wearing the ring for about a month and have had many compliments about the ring. However, the crystals are coming out in several spots. I would not recommend buying this product due to the lack of quality.

Its a FINE accessory... a great add-on to an all black or silver outfit... but my first ring had zirconias falling off, and tiny as it is, a missing stone doesn't look that great... i got a new one, but there is still that fear that stones might start coming off when i use it.

overall, it looks great, a good accessory... but if you're looking for a more long-term, worry-free ring... that you won't have to check every so often if stones are missing... this is not for you.

Ring arrived quickly and in excellent packaging. The marcasite really makes the ring. If it were only cubic zirconia, I would return it. The CZ part looks kinda cheap and a bit "glue-y". But for what it is, it's a great cocktail ring to wear out or everyday with business-wear. Sizing is true.

Very Pleased overall.