The price listed includes a simple silver ring (highest-quality sterling) and the gemstone.Please include in the comments section if your gem will be made into a ring, bracelet, bolo tie, or necklace. Once purchased, design your piece by filling out a custom form listed in the step by step instructions on the customs page:)  The best things in life are made by hand. Our process starts with raw materials and ends with a one-of-a-kind statement piece. We believe in the connection between makers and customers and there are makers' hands behind every piece.  It's sterling, baby. Our jewelry is always made with the highest quality (.925) sterling silver.  Silversmithing with purpose. We use a portion of all Gem Studio profits to support our Ugandan orphanage.