Victorian Opal and Diamond Link Bracelet

The magic of imagination and unfettered creativity is beautifully displayed in this extraordinary Victorian jewel. Seemingly disparate elements create a striking composition centering on five graduated oval opals with a luminous white body color, punctuated by vibrant iridescent hues of blue, green, orange, and violet. These 'galaxies' of color are encircled by glinting rose-cut diamonds, and alternate with trios of old mine, European, and rose-cut diamonds in cushion and tulip-shaped settings. In captivating contrast, the alluring assemblage of opals and diamonds transitions to a substantial, brightly burnished textured cable chain, all together forming a ravishing art piece to wrap your wrist. Total diamond weight - 3.10 carats, total opal weight - 13.65 carats. Hand fabricated, it measures 7 inches. Condition note: one opal has crazing (small cracks, a common opal condition, due to water loss), and four larger diamonds have chips.