Estate Black Opal and Diamond Ring

Ooh, what is that? Put on your gemologist hat. When you wear this ring set with a decidedly stunning stone, you'll have to be ready to answer that question. An architectural mounting with long, reed-like prongs and shoulders that shimmer with round brilliant-cut diamonds creates a striking pedestal for a mesmerizing gem—a precious black opal. Precious opals, with their mesmerizing play of colors, form on 'potch' (a form of common opal devoid of bright colors), and, in this case, a very thin, flat layer of precious opal displays its amazing, electric, neon-like, iridescent hues. And what a layer it is. Tones of intense, fiery orange-y red, blue, green, and yellow traverse the surface, creating an ever-changing, colorful light show with each movement of your hand (it must be seen to be believed!). A distinctive diamond-set side gallery adds the finishing touch to this ravishing, utterly unique, and collectible jewel that is unlike any we've seen. Opal weight - 4.89 carats, total diamond weight - .53 carat. In 14K white gold, currently ring size 6 1/2.