"Laurette": 14K yellow gold & natural Australian opal ring
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All gemstones in this piece are conflict free
size 7 (one of a kind; no resizing offered for this piece)
highly-polished solid 14K yellow gold ring; larger gemstone has a fully backed bezel (solid 14K yellow gold throughout) and the diamond is set in a tube setting (partially open back)
Natural precious Australian opal: natural opal from a vintage collection. This opal was mined in Australia and has flashes of white, pink, orange, yellow, green, and purple. Dim and focused lighting show off the flashes the best—but truly it's so beautiful in hand. Did you know that opal is the only gemstone that can display the full spectrum of colors of the rainbow? This opal features several favorites! The flashy effect in opals is due to light refraction. Australia is known for some of the strictest mining rules in the world. The majority of Australian opals are hand mined (and we hear it's tough work!).
natural salt & pepper diamond: approx. 2-2.1mm (approx. 0.03ct)
Approx. dimensions of opal setting: 7.9 x 9.9 mm
Approx. dimensions of diamond setting: 2.6 mm
approx. 1.3 mm handmade 14K yellow gold band
signed "NM" for Nicole Jo Melton and hallmarked "14K" for 14K gold on the back of the bezel
hand fabricated in the Midwest by artist, Nicole Jo Melton
This piece is one of a kind and ready to ship
SHIPPING: your order will be shipped insured up to $400 (if cost of order is lower, it'll be insured for the amount of the order) for U.S. addresses. If you require more insurance, please purchase separately in the shop.
Opal care: please take great care with rings with softer natural stones like opal and turquoise. Please remove your jewelry in any situation where the prongs may catch and avoid hitting the stone. Opals are delicate and should be treated as such (exposure to water, lotions, creams, cleansers, and hair products should be avoided completely). Your handmade jewelry will last if you take care of it. Please see more detailed care instructions on our FAQ page.
