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this sizing remains visible on the hand but slips easily under a shirt cuff, making it more practical for daily office wear than bulkier 18mm alternatives.","genuine_semi_precious_stones_across_variants":"The composition sheet lists black onyx for the silver variant, green agate for the green variant, and tiger's eye for a third colorway — all genuine semi-precious stones at a $65 CAD price point where many competitors use synthetic alternatives or no stone at all; natural stones introduce subtle variation in pattern and depth that give each ring a one-of-a-kind character, something that molded-synthetic designs can't replicate."},"entry_quotes":{"canadian_provenance":[{"url":"https://www.stylight.ca/Item/Midi34/Mens-Clment-Signet-Ring-Silver--6ff0a1f8-7acf-5448-a3da-b572ef38ad31/","quote":"Made in Canada"}],"316l_marine_grade_steel":[{"url":"https://www.stylight.ca/Item/Midi34/Mens-Clment-Signet-Ring-Silver--6ff0a1f8-7acf-5448-a3da-b572ef38ad31/","quote":"Made of 316L stainless steel"},{"url":"https://bartinilusso.com/products/belgrave-onyx","quote":"Ring band in silver-toned 316L stainless steel"}],"price_advantage_over_european_competitor":[{"url":"https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/jewelry/midi34-clement-signet-ring/","quote":"$65.00"},{"url":"https://bartinilusso.com/products/belgrave-onyx","quote":"€65,00"}],"13mm_face_width_the_classic_goldilocks_size":[{"url":"https://www.stylight.ca/Item/Midi34/Mens-Clment-Signet-Ring-Silver--6ff0a1f8-7acf-5448-a3da-b572ef38ad31/","quote":"Width: 13 mm"},{"url":"https://xenosjewelry.com/products/black-men-s-onyx-signet-ring","quote":"Height 18mm"},{"url":"https://bartinilusso.com/products/belgrave-onyx","quote":"rectangular cut (1.28 cm / 0.5 in)"}]},"entry_sources":{"canadian_provenance":["https://www.stylight.ca/Item/Midi34/Mens-Clment-Signet-Ring-Silver--6ff0a1f8-7acf-5448-a3da-b572ef38ad31/"],"316l_marine_grade_steel":["https://www.stylight.ca/Item/Midi34/Mens-Clment-Signet-Ring-Silver--6ff0a1f8-7acf-5448-a3da-b572ef38ad31/","https://bartinilusso.com/products/belgrave-onyx"],"price_advantage_over_european_competitor":["https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/jewelry/midi34-clement-signet-ring/","https://bartinilusso.com/products/belgrave-onyx"],"13mm_face_width_the_classic_goldilocks_size":["https://www.stylight.ca/Item/Midi34/Mens-Clment-Signet-Ring-Silver--6ff0a1f8-7acf-5448-a3da-b572ef38ad31/","https://xenosjewelry.com/products/black-men-s-onyx-signet-ring","https://bartinilusso.com/products/belgrave-onyx"]}},"stone_durability_and_care":{"title":"Onyx and agate durability and daily care","entries":{"heirloom_potential":"With a hardness approaching that of quartz and excellent toughness, a chalcedony signet ring kept out of harsh chemicals and cleaned gently can remain glossy and chip-free through decades of wear, making it a viable modern heirloom that still looks sharp when passed down.","mohs_6_5_7_hardness":"Onyx and green agate both register 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale, putting them above common metals like stainless steel (≈5.5) and glass (≈5.5), so typical keys or loose change won't scratch the stone — however, quartz dust (sand) and harder jewelry could leave marks, which is why storing the ring apart from diamond or sapphire pieces makes a daily-wear difference.","safe_cleaning_routine":"The recommended cleaning is simple enough for a daily-worn ring: swish in a bowl of lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap, gently brush the stone and setting with a soft toothbrush, rinse thoroughly, and dry with a lint-free cloth — a process that takes under a minute and preserves the mirror polish without introducing chemicals.","porosity_oil_absorption":"Because chalcedony is slightly porous, the stone face gradually absorbs skin oils, lotions, and soap residues, which can cloud the surface over time — a quick weekly wipe with a soft cloth and a monthly bath in lukewarm soapy water easily reverses this buildup and keeps the ring's contrast sharp.","sunlight_heat_sensitivity":"Dyed chalcedony can lose its color intensity if left in direct sunlight for extended periods, so a ring worn on a summer vacation or left on a sunny windowsill may gradually fade — stowing it in a drawer or box when not worn keeps the black or green saturation deep for years.","cryptocrystalline_toughness":"The cryptocrystalline structure — a felt of interlocked microscopic quartz crystals — gives onyx and green agate a toughness that makes them less prone to chipping than many colored stones of similar hardness; a signet ring's exposed top face can still suffer edge damage from a hard knock, but absent such impacts the stone will hold its surface far longer than a more brittle gem would.","ultrasonic_steam_cleaner_warning":"Standard jewelry cleaning methods like ultrasonic and steam cleaners are off-limits for these stones — the vibrations can aggravate micro-fractures in the chalcedony structure, and heat or chemical solutions can leach or fade the dye, leaving the stone permanently damaged.","dyed_material_chemical_sensitivity":"Most commercial black onyx and vivid green agate are dyed to achieve their rich, uniform color — a process that leaves the stone slightly porous and vulnerable to household chemicals, solvents, and even prolonged contact with cosmetics and perfumes, which can permanently alter the surface and dull the stone's polish."},"entry_quotes":{"heirloom_potential":[{"url":"https://www.myirishjeweler.com/ca/blog/onyx-and-agate/","quote":"With care, a well made piece of onyx or agate jewelry can be worn daily and passed on as a treasured family heirloom."}],"mohs_6_5_7_hardness":[{"url":"https://naturalgemstones.com/education/faqs-on-onyx-durability/","quote":"Onyx, being a form of chalcedony, has a Mohs hardness of about 6.5 to 7. This means it has a good resistance to scratches and abrasions"},{"url":"https://www.firemountaingems.com/learn/categories/essential-resources/gemstone-meanings/green-agate-gemstone-meanings.html","quote":"Hardness: 6-1/2 to 7 (Mohs)"}],"safe_cleaning_routine":[{"url":"https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely","quote":"use lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap, wipe or lightly brush the stone and setting with a soft cloth or soft-bristled brush, rinse in clean lukewarm water, and dry thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth."},{"url":"https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","quote":"Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth."}],"porosity_oil_absorption":[{"url":"https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely","quote":"It is also slightly porous, which means it can absorb liquids and hold a film of oils and grime more readily than a glassy stone."},{"url":"https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely","quote":"A quick, gentle wipe every week or two — plus a fuller clean about once a month — keeps a moss agate ring at its best."}],"sunlight_heat_sensitivity":[{"url":"https://www.firemountaingems.com/learn/categories/essential-resources/gemstone-meanings/green-agate-gemstone-meanings.html","quote":"prolonged exposure to sunlight can fade color-enhanced types."},{"url":"https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","quote":"The dye can be affected by aggressive chemicals or prolonged sunlight, so onyx asks for gentler care than a sapphire or ruby."}],"cryptocrystalline_toughness":[{"url":"https://naturalgemstones.com/education/faqs-on-onyx-durability/","quote":"Onyx’s cryptocrystalline structure, composed of tightly interlocked mineral fibers, endows it with good toughness. This makes it relatively resistant to impacts and less likely to chip compared to more brittle gemstones."},{"url":"https://www.myirishjeweler.com/ca/blog/onyx-and-agate/","quote":"with no natural planes of weakness (cleavage) and a tough tenacity, they are some of the hardest wearing gemstones around and can resist most scratches, chips and even physical blows."}],"ultrasonic_steam_cleaner_warning":[{"url":"https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","quote":"Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners because they can affect dyed material."},{"url":"https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely","quote":"The vibrations and heat can worsen tiny fractures or damage the stone — never use them on moss agate."}],"dyed_material_chemical_sensitivity":[{"url":"https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","quote":"The dye can be affected by aggressive chemicals or prolonged sunlight, so onyx asks for gentler care than a sapphire or ruby."},{"url":"https://www.firemountaingems.com/learn/categories/essential-resources/gemstone-meanings/green-agate-gemstone-meanings.html","quote":"Avoid using household chemicals when cleaning agate beads, components or jewelry. Agates can be sensitive to heat, especially dyed stones, and prolonged exposure to sunlight can fade color-enhanced types."}]},"entry_sources":{"heirloom_potential":["https://www.myirishjeweler.com/ca/blog/onyx-and-agate/"],"mohs_6_5_7_hardness":["https://www.myirishjeweler.com/ca/blog/onyx-and-agate/","https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","https://naturalgemstones.com/education/faqs-on-onyx-durability/","https://www.firemountaingems.com/learn/categories/essential-resources/gemstone-meanings/green-agate-gemstone-meanings.html"],"safe_cleaning_routine":["https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely","https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx"],"porosity_oil_absorption":["https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely"],"sunlight_heat_sensitivity":["https://www.firemountaingems.com/learn/categories/essential-resources/gemstone-meanings/green-agate-gemstone-meanings.html","https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx"],"cryptocrystalline_toughness":["https://www.myirishjeweler.com/ca/blog/onyx-and-agate/","https://naturalgemstones.com/education/faqs-on-onyx-durability/"],"ultrasonic_steam_cleaner_warning":["https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","https://aquamarise.com/blogs/journal/how-to-clean-a-moss-agate-ring-safely"],"dyed_material_chemical_sensitivity":["https://lilydiajewellery.com/education/gemstones/onyx","https://www.firemountaingems.com/learn/categories/essential-resources/gemstone-meanings/green-agate-gemstone-meanings.html"]}}}},"handle":"clement-signet-ring-16312-403","storefront_path":"/en/men-accessories/jewellery/rings/clement-signet-ring--16312-403","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/men-accessories/jewellery/rings/clement-signet-ring--16312-403"}}