Meet Gino,
Our Sweet Black Opal & Diamond Pendant Enhancer
The Center Stone: Lightning Ridge Black Crystal Opal, solid
- origin: Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia
- brightness of color: 4 of 5
- darkness of bodycolor: 3 of 5
- measurements: 9.5mm x 7.28mm x 3mm
- oval cabochon cut
The Side Stones: Diamond
- 3 Standard Round Brilliant Cut diamonds
- approximate total carat weight: 0.05ct
- average clarity: SI
- average color: G-H
The Setting: Cast Bezel and Pave Set Pendant Enhancer, chain not included
- 14kt yellow gold, solid
- hidden enhancer clasp on back
- length of piece: 19.85mm
The Display Chain: NOT INCLUDED
More About Gino:
Bright black crystal opal with strong orange, green, and Jasmine colors. Diamonds are bright and well cut. Pendant enhancer fitting makes this piece a versatile option.
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.