This page is for illustrating the variations in finishes of meteorite rings

Iron meteorites are not completely homogenous. They have small cracks and inclusions* throughout the material which can lead to variations in finish.

These inclusions are rare but we think this makes the rings even more unique and interesting. If you don’t, please be aware that there is a chance your ring might end up having these, and this is not a valid reason for a return or refund.

A visible inclusion that is considered acceptable.

A visible inclusion that is considered acceptable.

A visible inclusion that is considered acceptable (same ring as above).

A visible inclusion that is not considered acceptable (this ring was sold at a reduced price).

A visible inclusion that is not considered acceptable (this ring was sold at a reduced price) (same ring as above).

Video of a visible inclusion that is not considered acceptable (this ring was sold at a reduced price) (same ring as above).

A visible inclusion that is not considered acceptable (this ring was sold at a reduced price).

Video of a visible inclusion that is not considered acceptable (this ring was sold at a reduced price) (same ring as above).

A visible crack that is considered acceptable.

A visible crack that is considered acceptable.

A visible crack that is considered acceptable (same as the ring above).

A visible crack that is considered acceptable.

During the making of the ring, small cracks might be discovered. These small cracks can lead to the ring breaking during the lathe turning operation. The risk of this happening greatly increases as the thickness is reduced. Therefore we normally don’t make super-thin rings. Adding a liner to the ring does make it easier to reduce the thickness as the meteorite has increased support. If you request this we will try our best to accommodate your wish, but we have to “listen” to the material during the process and perhaps stop reducing the thickness of the ring to avoid ruining the precious material. Please note that a thicker ring than requested is not a valid reason for a return or refund.

Small cracks can also lead to small pieces falling off at the edges during production. That is why we specify a +-1mm variation in width to give ourselves leeway to try and remove these. In some cases it’s simply not possible, in which case we will try to fill them out with resin to make the ring feel smooth. Please note that this is not a valid reason for a return or refund.

Color variations – Due to the slight variations in the composition of both the meteorite and chemicals used in the etching process the final color will vary from ring to ring. They can range from dark black to goldish to bright.

Light and dark finish comparison.

Small rust-colored patches and/or rust-coloration along cracks may also appear during the process, these will not cause deterioration of your ring and are considered a normal variation.

A ring with rust-colored streak along a crack

*Pockets of other materials than iron or nickel, such as gallium, germanium, iridium, chromite, daubréelite, schreibersite, akaganéite or troilit