Vintage, 1990s opal solitaire-ring burma

Vintage, 1990s opal solitaire-ring burmaProvenance Originating from the 1990s, this solitaire is set with an oval shaped natural precious opal with a gentle play of colour. Play of colour is the unique optical effect only seen in opal irregular patches of iridescent colours that move across the as it is turned under light. It is caused by minute silica spheres which diffract and subsequently interfere coloured lightwaves and is best seen in cabochon cut stones. This opal has an white

and chenier details below

this piece dates to circa 1920

distinctive body colour to which it owes its name

They emit a vibrant leafy hue

Dimensions of setting at front: 21mm x 14mm Metal Type 18 carat yellow and white gold

ruby and diamond

Set with a lovely purplish oval ruby at its centre and embellished with an array of antique circular- and rose-cut diamonds

The design of this ring resembles a fleur-de-lys motif or tiara

50ct Clarity VS

25mm (including shoulders)

this triple cluster ring is safe from snags because of its tactful encasing

at approximately 15 carats