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Smoky Quartz in sterling silver

Setting Smoky Quartz (brown, gray, smoky, black) in sterling silver sharpens its color by contrast. An affordable bright-white option, best for occasional-wear pieces.

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Pairing Smoky Quartz with sterling silver

Smoky Quartz reads as brown, gray, smoky, black, and sterling silver cools that look. Because they contrast, the stone stands out more.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Smoky Quartz look good in sterling silver?
Sterling Silver contrasts with Smoky Quartz, which makes the stone's brown, gray, smoky, black color pop. An affordable bright-white option, best for occasional-wear pieces.
How much is a Smoky Quartz sterling silver piece?
The Smoky Quartz stone runs about $3 to $50 per carat, and sterling silver sets the metal cost and durability tier.
Is sterling silver durable enough for Smoky Quartz?
An affordable bright-white option, best for occasional-wear pieces. Smoky Quartz at Mohs 7 holds up well.