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Kaleidoscope Of Blues - Estate Sterling Silver Blue Opal Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling. Featuring a lab created round cabochon cut opal, 18 smaller lab created round cut cabochon opals,  exquisite designing and quality silver work. The expertly claw set opal has a  beautiful vibrant fiery gem displaying colours of blue , varying in colour from royal blues to turquoise blues and purple, surrounded by 18 opals. The gallery is stunning on this ring, which sets off the opals beautifully. The shank is smooth and polished for a comfortable fit. This Edwardian Revival Estate piece looks stunning when worn, truly a perfect gift or addition to any jewelry collection.

History: After the discovery of opal's structure, which consists of nano-scale spheres, scientists sought to replicate its beauty in the lab. In 1974, Pierre Gilson, who was responsible for introducing other synthetic gemstones such as turquoise and lapis lazuli, began to market synthetic opals.

After the discovery of opal's structure, which consists of nano-scale spheres, scientists sought to replicate its beauty in the lab. In 1974, Pierre Gilson, who was responsible for introducing other synthetic gemstones such as turquoise and lapis lazuli, began to market synthetic opal.

 The first evidence of silver mining dates back to 3000 B.C., in Turkey and Greece, according to the RSC. Ancient people even figured out how to refine silver. They heated the silver ore and blew air over it, a process called cupellation.

The term "sterling silver" probably originated in eastern Germany when five towns formed the Hanseatic League in the 1100s. These town minted their own coins of 92.5 percent silver. When Britain sold cattle and grain to the League, they were paid in "Easterling coins".

Measurements: Face of Ring 14.00 mm x 10.00 mm 

Stone Size: Opal 1.00 carat   Opals (side) 1mm each 

Weight: 2.30 grams  

Ring Size: 8

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: 21st Century