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Find Out MoreVictorian 18ct Gold, Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
№ 873U
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Fire opals are fairly uncommon stones that are mainly found in Mexico nowadays, but also come from Australia and Ethiopia. This ring was made in 1894 and has been set with a lovely translucent cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars.
More cut fire 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 that probably came from Australia and has an approximate weight of just over one caratThe unit of weight for a diamond or other gemstone and also for a pearl. Abbreviated 'ct', 1 carat is equal to 0.2 grams. In reference to gold, a unit of purity or fineness of gold and gold alloy, expressed as a number out of 24 parts by weight, e.g. '24 carat' signifies pure gold, '18 carat' 18/24th gold in the alloy, et cetera. Also abbreviated as 'c... More. It displays a brilliant orange colour with flecks of yellow. Around it are small old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold and sweeps up to join the clusterA group of small diamonds or colourful gemstones grouped together to form a cluster, mimicking the look of a larger gem. Often this group can surround a larger center stone. More. it sits low on the finger and curves around nicely so it would make a lovely dress or engagement ring.
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Item Number:
№ 873U
Measurements:
Cluster 1.3cm by 1cm
Fire opal approx weight 1.05 carats
9mm by 5.7mm by 3.6mm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.48 carats
Fire opal approx weight 1.05 carats
9mm by 5.7mm by 3.6mm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.48 carats
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
3 years ago
Hallmarks
Maker’s Mark:
Illegible
Assay Year:
1894
Assay Office:
Chester 
Traditional Fineness:
Gold 
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Care Tips
- Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
- Check delicate settings regularly
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