Bleue Burnham
Dorset Dahlia Impression Ring
The Dorset Dahlia Impression Ring is a sterling silver ring from London-based label Bleue Burnham, made from recycled 925 sterling silver and handmade in England. It features a textured floral top with an openwork gallery and a ribbed band, with a width of 21 mm and a polished interior. Sold at Simons, the ring comes with a storage box and embroidered bag, and is designed as a decorative accessory for personal adornment.
- Color
- Sterling Silver
- Material
- Recycled 925 sterling silver
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, vintage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Color
Size
Specifications
A richly textured sterling silver ring with intricate openwork sides, handmade in England from recycled materials.
Richly textured surface, complex openwork sides, 21 mm width, made from recycled 925 sterling silver, handmade in England, includes storage box and signature bag.
- Color
- Sterling Silver · gray
- Material
- Recycled 925 sterling silver
- Style
- classic, vintage
- Occasion
- formal, gift, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Additional Attributes
- richly textured surface
- complex openwork sides
- evokes imprint of precious stones
- recycled 925 sterling silver
- handmade in England
- width 21 mm
- includes storage box and signature embroidered bag
- sustainable jewelry
- bold and extravagant design
- timelessly elegant style
Product Insights
The Dorset Dahlia Impression Ring by Bleue Burnham is a 650 CAD in-stock piece crafted from recycled 925 sterling silver, which is nickel-free, hypoallergenic, and matches traditional silver in purity and hardness. Its solid cast construction with no separate settings eliminates prong bending or stone loss, but the openwork design may snag on fine fabrics over time. The recycled silver reduces mining impact, consistent with the brand's ethical sourcing of recycled metals, lab-grown gems, and vintage pearls. Sizing must be accurate at purchase as resizing risks damaging the openwork and cast structure; the ring requires storage in a box and cleaning with a silver cloth, with no stone maintenance needed. Handmade with smooth edges, the comfort is high except for potential fabric catching, so trying on is recommended.
Verified claims
- Durability
- Solid cast 925 silver with no separate settings — no prongs to bend or stones to lose.
- Fabric snagging
- Openwork may catch on very fine fabrics over time.
- Sizing
- Resizing not recommended; accurate sizing upfront essential.
- Environmental impact
- Recycled silver avoids mining, and the ring's size amplifies savings.
- Material
- Recycled 925 sterling silver matches traditional in purity and hardness, and is nickel-free.
- Brand consistency
- Bleue Burnham's recycled silver follows its founding philosophy of sustainable materials.
- Ethical sourcing
- Consistently uses recycled metals, lab-grown gems, and vintage pearls.
- Resizing
- Resizing risks damaging the ring's openwork and cast structure.
- Care
- Store in box, clean with silver cloth, avoid chemicals; no stone maintenance.
- Comfort
- Handmade with smooth edges; the openwork may catch on fine fabrics—try on for comfort.
- Nickel-free
- Recycled 925 sterling silver is nickel-free and hypoallergenic.
Product record
- Title
- Dorset Dahlia Impression Ring
- Brand
- Bleue Burnham
- Price
- 650 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The impression technique behind the design
- Because the gem-like relief is cast as solid 925 silver—a single material with no separate settings—there are no prongs to bend, no stones to loosen, and no risk of loss; the intricate openwork is as permanent as the alloy itself, needing only standard sterling silver care to maintain its bright finish.
What recycled sterling silver means for this ring
- Recycled silver eliminates the need for mining, smelting, and refining, which are the most energy- and water-intensive stages of silver production — the Dorset Dahlia ring's material therefore embodies a fraction of the environmental cost of an equivalent virgin piece.
- All sterling silver, whether recycled or mined, must contain 92.5% pure silver; the recycling process refines scrap to that exact specification, so this ring's material has the same hardness, whiteness, and tarnish behavior as traditional sterling — there is no quality compromise.
- With a 21mm width and deeply carved openwork, the ring uses significantly more silver than a standard band — making the decision to use recycled metal here more impactful than for a thinner or solid form, and underscoring the brand's commitment to sustainability at scale.
- The label was founded in 2018 specifically around the use of recycled metals, lab-grown gems, and vintage pearls, meaning the Dorset Dahlia ring's silver is not a one-off 'green' choice but the product of a consistent, long-standing material philosophy.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Silver-tone ornamental ring shown on a white background, top of ring has a raised circular floral cluster of polished petal-shaped beads and a textured openwork gallery leading to a ribbed band.
- Overall shapeRing with a domed circular top resembling a layered flower and a narrow band visible at the back.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Top cluster detailRaised circular cluster composed of multiple polished, petal-shaped bead elements arranged radially with small bead terminals around the perimeter.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.39 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Openwork galleryUnderside of the top shows openwork ribs or petal-like cutouts that connect the top cluster to the band, creating visible negative space.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Band textureBand appears to have a ribbed or grooved texture running around the visible portion where it meets the gallery.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Finish and reflectivityHighly reflective metallic finish with bright highlights and specular reflections on curved bead surfaces.
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft directional lighting creating a distinct shadow to the lower right of the ring.
- BackgroundSmooth uniform white background filling the frame.
- Lighting and shadowSingle soft directional light from upper left producing a soft-edged shadow extending to the lower right of the ring.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.51 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Shot compositionRing placed slightly below center and offset left in the frame, photographed from a shallow top-front angle.
Colors
polished silver· metallic surfaces#C1BEB9- Overall shapeRing with a domed circular top resembling a layered flower and a narrow band visible at the back.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of a metallic ring showing a textured, bundled-stem style band with three smooth rectangular accent bands and a radiating crown of petal-like prongs tipped with small rounded beads.
- Textured bandRounded ring band formed from a sculpted bundle-of-stems motif with closely spaced vertical grooves and irregular carved texture along its visible exterior surface.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.44 · w 0.52 · h 0.34 (high) - Smooth accent bandsThree narrow, smooth, rectangular metal bands sit circumferentially around the textured band; each is flat-faced and highly polished compared with the textured background.
3 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.52 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.54 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium) - Radiating crown/prongsOne end of the ring rises into a crown made of multiple radiating petal-like prongs that curve outward and end in small rounded bead-like tips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.44 (high) - Polished inner shankInner shank visible in the right rear of the image shows a smooth, polished interior surface contrasting with the textured exterior.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium) - Hallmark areaSmall engraved marking or hallmark is present on the inner shank but the characters are too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (low)
Other
Studio close-up on a plain white background with soft diffuse lighting and a faint shadow beneath the ring; image is tightly cropped and focused on the ring's exterior details.
- Shot compositionMacro-style close-up with the ring positioned diagonally across the frame, foreground detail in sharp focus and rear elements slightly softer.
- Background and lightingNeutral white background with soft, even lighting that produces bright highlights on polished surfaces and a soft shadow below the ring.
- ShadowSoft gray shadow cast beneath and slightly to the right of the ring, indicating light from above-left.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.24 (medium) - Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear surface texture detail and visible specular reflections on polished areas.
Colors
bright polished silver· metal surfaces#CBCAC5- Textured bandRounded ring band formed from a sculpted bundle-of-stems motif with closely spaced vertical grooves and irregular carved texture along its visible exterior surface.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Is the recycled sterling silver nickel-free or hypoallergenic?
- Recycled 925 sterling silver is an alloy of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper, making it nickel-free and generally hypoallergenic for most people. Those with extreme metal sensitivities should test the ring on a small skin area first.
- How should I care for this ring to prevent tarnishing or damage to the openwork?
- To prevent tarnishing, store the ring in the provided storage box away from humidity and chemicals. Clean gently with a soft silver polishing cloth, and avoid contact with perfumes, lotions, or harsh cleaners. Handle the openwork carefully to avoid bending or snagging.
- Does the openwork design create sharp edges that might catch on clothing or irritate adjacent fingers?
- The ring is handmade by skilled artisans, so edges are typically smooth and finished to avoid sharpness. However, the openwork and textured surface may catch on very fine fabrics over time. We recommend trying the ring on to assess comfort against adjacent fingers.
- Is the ring available in half sizes or can it be resized?
- The ring is available only in the listed sizes (MEDIUM, LARGE) and not in half sizes. Due to the intricate openwork design, resizing is not recommended as it could damage the ring's structure. Please refer to our size guide or contact us for fitting advice.