Antique Fine Australian Black Opal 18k Gold Ring swiss the remainder of this antique

the remainder of this antique cocktail ring stands out for its proportions and harmonious

"The Glitter & the Gold: Fashioning Americas Jewelry" edited by Ulysses G

4 mm ring comes to us through the years from 1927 by English jewelers Atkin Brothers

Created in the Edwardian style

Antique Fine Australian Black Opal 18k Gold Ring swiss the remainder of this antiqueIt is difficult to believe now, but when opals first entered the marketplace in the late 1800s, many around the world didn't know what to make of these remarkable gemstones. Today, the appreciation for fine opals rests at the polar opposite of those earlier sentiments. Time, knowledge, and familiarity can make all the difference. In this Edwardian ring, an exceedingly fine black Australian opal displays its large patches of color in a splendid array.