{"product_id":"galaxy-raw-salt-pepper-herkimer-diamond-ring-set-in-14k-rose-gold-vermeil","title":"Galaxy Raw Salt \u0026 Pepper (Herkimer) Diamond Ring Set in 14K Rose Gold Vermeil","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product-rich-content { font-family: inherit; color: #2a2a2a; line-height: 1.65; max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; }\n.product-rich-content h2 { font-size: 1.35em; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0.4em; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8d4d4; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n.product-rich-content h2:first-child { margin-top: 0; }\n.product-rich-content p { margin: 0.8em 0; }\n.product-rich-content ul { padding-left: 1.4em; margin: 0.8em 0; }\n.product-rich-content li { margin-bottom: 0.4em; }\n.product-rich-content a { color: #b87a7a; text-decoration: underline; }\n.product-rich-content .lead-paragraph { font-size: 1.05em; color: #1a1a1a; padding: 1em 1.2em; background: #faeded; border-left: 3px solid #b87a7a; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; }\n.product-rich-content .feature-pills { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 0.5em; margin: 1.2em 0; }\n.product-rich-content .feature-pills .pill { background: #faeded; color: #b87a7a; padding: 0.4em 0.9em; border-radius: 100px; font-size: 0.88em; font-weight: 500; border: 1px solid #e8d4d4; }\n.product-rich-content .ring-callout { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr; gap: 0.8em; margin: 1.2em 0; }\n.product-rich-content .ring-callout .ring-card { padding: 0.9em 1.2em; background: #fafafa; border: 1px solid #ececec; border-radius: 6px; }\n.product-rich-content .ring-callout .ring-card h3 { font-size: 0.9em; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 0.3em 0; color: #b87a7a; letter-spacing: 0.04em; text-transform: uppercase; }\n.product-rich-content .ring-callout .ring-card p { margin: 0.3em 0; font-size: 0.92em; }\n.product-rich-content .spec-card { background: #fafafa; border: 1px solid #ececec; border-radius: 6px; padding: 1.2em 1.5em; margin: 1em 0; }\n.product-rich-content .spec-card ul { margin: 0; }\n.product-rich-content .spec-card li { list-style: none; padding: 0.35em 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #e8e8e8; }\n.product-rich-content .spec-card li:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n.product-rich-content .spec-card strong { display: inline-block; min-width: 140px; color: #1a1a1a; }\n.product-rich-content .product-faq { margin-top: 2.5em; }\n.product-rich-content .product-faq h2 { margin-bottom: 1em; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item { border: 1px solid #e8e8e8; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 0.6em; background: #fff; transition: border-color 0.2s ease; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item:hover { border-color: #b87a7a; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item summary { cursor: pointer; padding: 0.9em 1.1em; font-weight: 500; list-style: none; color: #1a1a1a; position: relative; padding-right: 2.5em; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item summary::after { content: \"+\"; position: absolute; right: 1.1em; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 1.3em; color: #b87a7a; font-weight: 300; transition: transform 0.2s ease; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item[open] summary::after { content: \"−\"; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item[open] summary { border-bottom: 1px solid #e8d4d4; }\n.product-rich-content .faq-item p { padding: 0 1.2em 1em; margin: 0.6em 0 0; color: #4a4a4a; }\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n.product-rich-content .spec-card strong { display: block; min-width: auto; margin-bottom: 0.2em; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-rich-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"lead-paragraph\"\u003eA crowned stack for a modern fairytale. This three-ring \u003cstrong\u003eHerkimer diamond engagement ring set\u003c\/strong\u003e centers a natural, raw Herkimer stone — a double-terminated quartz crystal whose smoky gray-and-black inclusions read exactly like a salt-and-pepper diamond — cut to a soft teardrop and framed by two CZ crown contour bands, one arching above and one below. All three rings are 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925. Gothic-romantic in spirit, celestial in silhouette, and, because every Herkimer grows alone, never twice the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-pills\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eNatural Herkimer quartz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003ePear \/ teardrop cut · 5×7mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eSalt-and-pepper look\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eTwo crown contour bands\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003e3-ring bridal set\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003e14K rose gold vermeil\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA teardrop framed by two crowns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pear cut is one of the oldest fancy shapes in jewelry — round at one end, tapered to a point at the other — and worn point-down it lengthens the finger and lends the center a soft, romantic droop. Around it, two coronet-style contour bands complete a stacked bridal silhouette that frames the Herkimer in white sparkle from above and below. It is a look made for anyone drawn to celestial, witchy and nature-inspired engagement rings, and it sits right at home beside our matching Herkimer diamond couples rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ring-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ring-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe engagement ring (middle)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePear-cut natural Herkimer center (about 5 × 7 mm) in a four-prong claw setting, with pave CZ tracing the band shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ring-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe top crown band\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArched tiara silhouette with a pear-cut CZ apex, kite-shaped baguette CZ flanking it, and round CZ descending each side. Nests above the center stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ring-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe bottom crown band\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mirrored crown with a round CZ apex pointing down and marquise CZ fanning out. Nests below the center for a complete stacked frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe natural Herkimer stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the name, a Herkimer “diamond” is not a diamond — it is the historic trade name for a naturally faceted, double-terminated quartz crystal first found in Herkimer County, New York. Formed over some 500 million years inside dolostone pockets, each crystal carries its own private constellation of gray, black and silvery inclusions. That is what lets a Herkimer stand in so convincingly for a salt-and-pepper diamond: the same raw, speckled, one-of-a-kind character in genuine natural quartz at roughly 7.5 on the Mohs scale. For the full backstory, read our guide on what a Herkimer diamond is, then browse the wider Herkimer diamond engagement rings collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSalt-and-pepper sparkle, framed in CZ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA genuine salt-and-pepper diamond at this scale runs well into four figures; this set delivers the same moody, galaxy-in-glass look at a price that is easy to love. Bright simulated diamond (CZ) accents run along the shoulders and crown both contour bands, ringing the Herkimer in crisp white light so the smoky center reads even deeper. If you are choosing between the two stones, our side-by-side on Herkimer diamond vs salt-and-pepper diamond makes the call an easy one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWarm rose gold vermeil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three rings are 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925 — real gold bonded over a solid silver core. Warm rose gold against a cool gray center is a deliberate romance: the blush tone softens the darkness of the stone and pulls the whole stack toward wedding-ready rather than gothic-only. It is the glow of fine gold jewelry at a price that keeps the yes easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Herkimer stone symbolizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerkimer quartz has been carried for centuries as a stone of clarity, attunement and honest connection — a fitting emblem for two people choosing each other, imperfections and all. For a commitment ring, that authenticity is the point: a center whose beauty is its raw, unrepeatable character. Want to know how it wears day to day? Our note on whether Herkimer diamond rings are durable covers care and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet includes\u003c\/strong\u003e Engagement ring + two crown contour bands (3 rings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter stone\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Herkimer quartz (trade name Herkimer diamond; not a diamond)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut\u003c\/strong\u003e Pear \/ teardrop, point-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter size\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5 × 7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter character\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray, black and silver inclusions (salt-and-pepper look)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal carat weight\u003c\/strong\u003e About 1.2 ctw across the set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e About 7.5 on the Mohs scale (natural quartz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccents\u003c\/strong\u003e Simulated diamond (CZ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925 (all three rings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit\u003c\/strong\u003e Comfort-fit band profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-of-a-kind\u003c\/strong\u003e Each Herkimer is naturally unique; pattern will vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSourcing\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethically sourced, conflict-free stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e Free luxury velvet gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"lead-paragraph\"\u003eAquamarise vermeil is real gold over sterling silver 925 — the rich, golden look you love, at a price that makes it easy to say yes. Keep it luminous with a little care: remove before showering, swimming, or exercise, avoid contact with lotions and fragrance, and store dry between wears. Want gold all the way through? The same design is also available in solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your size at checkout, and if you are between sizes or unsure, message us before ordering — we are happy to help, and resizing is available starting from a modest fee. The point of a pear is the most exposed part of any faceted stone, so treat the stack gently: remove it for sport and housework, keep it clear of harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners, and clean with a soft cloth and warm water. Store the three rings apart so prongs and accents do not catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the center stone a real diamond?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. “Herkimer diamond” is a historic trade name for a naturally clear, double-terminated quartz crystal — the “diamond” refers to its diamond-like shape when found in the rock, not the material. Your center is genuine natural quartz, chosen for its striking salt-and-pepper character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this a salt-and-pepper diamond ring?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt captures the salt-and-pepper diamond aesthetic using a natural Herkimer quartz center rather than a diamond. The speckled gray-and-black look reads the same to the eye, at a far more accessible price. A genuine salt-and-pepper diamond version in solid gold is available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat comes in the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree rings: the pear Herkimer engagement ring in the middle, plus a top crown contour band and a bottom crown contour band that frame it above and below. Each band can also be worn on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat metal is the set made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three rings are 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925 — real gold over a solid silver core, for the warm rose-gold look at an easy-to-love price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is rose gold vermeil?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRose gold vermeil is real 14K gold bonded over sterling silver 925. You get the rich, golden look you love at an easier price than solid gold. If you would like gold all the way through, the same design is also available in solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy the pear cut?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pear is a classic fancy shape that lengthens the finger and gives the center a soft, romantic droop when worn point-down. Its tapered outline also nests cleanly inside the two crown bands to complete the stacked frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill my stone look exactly like the photos?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will share the same salt-and-pepper character, but the exact pattern is one of a kind — that is the nature of a natural Herkimer. No two crystals are identical, so yours is truly unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow durable is the Herkimer for daily wear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerkimer quartz sits at about 7.5 on the Mohs scale — on par with citrine or amethyst and fine for everyday wear with sensible care. The pear point is the most exposed spot, so avoid hard knocks and remove it for rough activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the accent stones real diamonds?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — every accent across the three rings is simulated diamond (CZ), chosen for crisp, bright, budget-friendly sparkle. Only the Herkimer center is genuine natural quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I wear the bands separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Wear all three as a complete bridal stack, wear the engagement ring solo, or wear either crown band alone or with other stacking rings — the set is designed to mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size should I order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your ring size at checkout. If you are unsure or between sizes, contact us for guidance. Resizing is available and starts from a modest fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the stones ethically sourced?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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