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Find Out MoreEdwardian 18ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
№ 540S/PR
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This platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More ring is in pristine condition. It is eminently wearable as it sits low on the finger. It was made circa 1910-1920 and has been set with a beautiful Australian opalOpals occur in a range of body colours from white, black or grey, bright orangey red and a pale watery colour. The most precious opals show strong colour contrast and generally have a dark body colour with a vivid array of colour play. More surrounded by well matched bright diamonds. The opal is a particularly good specimen and displays a myriad of flashing colours, red, green and blue. When Australian opals appeared on the world market in the 1890’s, the Hungarian mines spread the idea that it was not genuine, probably because gems with such brilliant fire had not been seen before. Australia eventually assumed the mantle of premier opal producer of the world, becoming famous for Lightning Ridge’s colourful and rare black and crystal stones. So they were an exciting new stone and became very fashionable in the EdwardianJewellery made in the Edwardian era (1901-1914). More period. A beautiful ring that looks stunning when worn.
The Details
This is a fabulous opal ring!
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Item Number:
№ 540S/PR
Measurements:
Top 1.6cm by 1.4cm
Opal 1.15cm by 9mm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.60 carats
Opal 1.15cm by 9mm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.60 carats
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
5 years ago
Hallmarks
Unmarked, platinum
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.
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