The ring has easthetic appeal but it has a job to do.

It reminds you of your commitment to philosophy.

"If you would attain real freedom, you must be the slave of philosophy"

-Seneca Letter 8-

All of the components of the ring are base metals. There is some silver in the solder that bonds the components together and is unseen.

"This moulding will not be done in gold or silver. An image that is to be in the likeness of God cannot be fashioned of such materials"   

-Seneca letter 31-