Victorian Opal & Diamond Ring

A pretty 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. ring set with diamonds on either side. The opal displays good colour with splashes of green and red. It is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold and was made circa 1890.