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Gaby & Abby | Crystal Opal Semi-Hoop Earrings in 14kt Gold

Gaby & Abby | Crystal Opal Semi-Hoop Earrings in 14kt Gold

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Meet Gaby & Abby,

A Pair of Australian Crystal Opal Earrings

Delicate enough to be dainty but strong enough to mean business, these 14 karat yellow gold semi-hoop earrings are each mounted with six colorful crystal opals.  Photos of these pieces do little justice in showing how the opals' fire plays in person.  The earrings measure approximately 0.75" in length and are fitted with tight friction push-backs.
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The Stones: Natural Crystal Opal, solid

  • stone count: 6 (each earring)
  • origin: South Australia, Australia
  • brightness of color play: 3.5 of 5
  • shape: oval cabochon cuts
  • average stone measurements (millimeters): 6.18mm x 4.04
  • average stone measurements (inches): 0.25" x 0.2" and 0.25" x 0.2"
  • color play description: the full color spectrum is visible in most stones

The Settings: Prong-Set Pushback Semi-Hoop Earrings

  • 14kt yellow gold, solid
  • North-South stone orientation
  • pushback posts
  • average length of earrings: 19.55mm (0.75")
  • average width of earrings: 4.47mm (0.2")
  • average post thickness: 0.83mm
  • combined pair weight (including backs): 2.92 grams

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About Opal

While many believe opal to come only in a traditional white hue, this common misconception cannot be more inaccurate.  With over 200 varieties of natural opal discovered so far, the historically referred "Queen of Gems" can come in a wide variety of colors- before the stone's famous "play of color" rainbow effect is even taken into consideration.  Over 90% of the world's opal is produced in Australia with other well-known deposits located in Mexico, Ethiopia, Brazil, and the United States.

Chemically, opal is an integrated combination of water and silica.  Water content in opal can range from 3% to 21% by weight, with average jewelry material ranging between 6% and 10%.  Because of this, it is advised to store your opal jewelry with care; safes and bank vaults can be notoriously dry.  We suggest storing opal in an airtight container along with a piece of water-moistened cotton when dry storage conditions are anticipated.  Some varieties are more resilient to harsh conditions than others.  It is safe to clean solid opal jewelry with warm water, mild soap, and a soft-bristled toothbrush.  Avoid chemicals, harsh abrasives, and ultrasonic cleaners.

Shipping, Handling, & Inventory

Your order will be processed and shipped within 4 business days.  All shipments are insured by the United States Postal Service, and most orders of $500 or more will require signature confirmation upon delivery.

While we work hard to present our online customers with accurate inventory availability, we reserve the right to cancel and refund a sale if the item is sold somewhere else first.

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