WHAT is Ruthenium?

Ruthenium, pronounced /ro͞oˈTHēnēəm/ is a chemical element with the symbol Ru and atomic number 44. It is a rare transition metal belonging to the platinum group.

Ruthenium can be used as a finish for sterling silver jewelry to give it a distinctive light gray through gray black color. It is also the hardest of all the platinum group metals and is a very durable and stable finish.

Ruthenium can prevent scratches and abrasion on the surface, making sterling silver jewelry more durable. With ruthenium plating, surface oxidation can be avoided to a large extent.

Sterling Silver Pieces with Ruthenium Finish by Ketih Jack

Ruthenium & 10K Rose Cradle of Life Pendant with Trinity Knot

Sterling Silver Ruthenium and 10K Rose Brave Heart Earrings

Sterling Silver Ruthenium & 10K Rose Gold White CZ Cross Pendant

Sterling Silver Ruthenium and 10K Rose Gold Norse Forge Brave Heart Pendant with CZs

Sterling Silver and 10K Norse Forge Heavy Brave Heart Pendant with CZs

Sterling Silver & 10K Rose Brave Heart Pendant

Sterling Silver & 10K Rose Gold Eternity Knot Pendant

Sterling Silver Window to the Soul Pendant with White Topaz

Sterling Silver & Gold Eternity Pendant with White Topaz

Sterling Silver & 10K Brave Heart Pendant with White Topaz

Sterling Silver & Gold Celtic Knot Pendant with White Topaz

Mary ComerfordApril 7, 2021