Handcrafted ring with a freeform Russian charoite cabochon, hand-set. The charoite displays the characteristic deep violet swirling pattern of the world's only deposit: the Chara River, Eastern Siberia.
Item Details
| Mineral |
Charoite (potassium, calcium, and manganese phyllosilicate) |
| Ring size |
18.5 ES (Europe/Spain) |
Shape |
Freeform cabochon, flat back |
| Finish |
Polished with Patina |
| Hardness |
5–6 Mohs |
| Origin |
Russia — Chara River basin, Yakutia. Only worldwide origin. |
| Treatment |
No detectable treatment |
| Item type |
Unique piece |
About this specific piece
Charoite is one of the few stones in the world with a confirmed single geographical origin: the deposit in the Chara River basin, in the Republic of Yakutia, Eastern Siberia. The freeform cabochon follows the natural geometry of the fragment, revealing the swirling violet pattern that distinguishes this species from any other mineral.
With 5–6 Mohs, charoite is durable enough for use in jewelry.
How the charoite pattern is formed
Charoite's swirling pattern is the result of unusual metamorphic formation: the rock underwent extreme pressures and temperatures that aligned the mineral's acicular crystals into curved, parallel bands. The violet color comes from the manganese in the phyllosilicate's structure. The combination of a rare mineral plus extreme formation conditions makes charoite unrepeatable in the mineral world.
Charoite in lapidary tradition
Charoite was scientifically described in 1978 by Soviet mineralogists Vera and Yuri Rogov. Despite its recent description in Western scientific literature, Siberian lapidaries had known about it for decades prior. In contemporary lapidary tradition, it is valued as one of the few truly rare stones — with a single-source species and a unique worldwide origin.
It is associated with transformation and profound change.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is it genuine charoite?
Genuine charoite has a violet swirling pattern with visible fibers, tactile density, and a silky luster. The most common imitations are lepidolite or dyed violet fluorite. No detectable treatment in this piece.
What is the ring size?
The ring size is indicated in the selected variant. To verify your size, consult our size chart.
What metal is the setting made of?
The setting metal is specified in the product title and description. For additional questions, contact us via the contact form.
Is it a unique piece?
Yes. The charoite cabochon has an unrepeatable pattern. The image shows exactly the piece you will receive.
How is it cared for?
Charoite is 5–6 Mohs — moderately soft. Avoid contact with abrasives, water, and chemicals. See jewelry care guide.
More about charoite: charoite properties. See also: ring collection.
