Vintage 1970s cabochon australian opal ring
A play-of-colour resembling that of an artist’s palette, this mesmerising opal gemstone is completely natural, formed by mother nature. I have always found opals as gemstones truly inspiring. Opals are formed when rainwater carries silica into hollows and fissures in ground rocks. As time goes by the silica molecules create a lattice structure, and as light passes through it, it diffracts and splits into different colours. This simple explanation belies the true splendor of opals and their explosions of rainbow colour, no two of which are the same. This ring is set with a superb opal showing an astonishingly intricate and vivid play of colour, like the feathers of a kingfisher. This mesmerizingly beautiful stone is set within an organically textured mount, which complements it beautifully. A superb jewel to be savoured and worn on special occasions to best preserve its iridescent beauty.
Place Of Origin:
England
Date & Design Period:
Circa 1980 | Vintage
MetalComposition:
18ct yellow gold
Stone Composition:
Cabochon Opal: 10ct
Length 16.7mm; Width 13.1mm; Depth 7.2mm
Front Head Dimensions:
Thickness of Band 13.1mm; Width across the finger; 18.8mm | Height of setting 810mm
Condition and Wear:
Excellent; minor wear commensurate with age. Opal stone secure, safely set within gold claws fully covering the stone, no damage to the setting or opal. Very minor scratches due to age. There are no major marks or scratches that we feel necessary to mention. All of our jewellery is professionally cleaned prior to us listing it.
Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).
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Shipping
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How long does UK shipping take?
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Do you ship items internationally?
Do you ship items internationally?
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Resizing
How does resizing work?
How does resizing work?
Most of our rings can be resized unless stated otherwise in the item description. Simply add your required size in the notes section at checkout, and our team will take care of the rest!
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You can purchase the ring and then return if for resizing if needed - if you buy an engagement ring, for instance, but it is not quite the right size for your partner. There is no additional charge for this but the buyer is responsible for the return postage and insurance.
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What is my ring size?
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Certificate
Does the ring come with a certificate?
Does the ring come with a certificate?
Most of our rings come with gemmological certificates. If not, we can provide one for an additional charge. All of the rings are checked and examined by a professional gemologist before they reach the website.
