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Hummingbird's Muse - Victorian 10K Rose Gold Natural Australian Opal Buttercup Ring.  This precious ring is crafted from 10K gold, tested. The ring is engraved with initials EMT. The ring features one natural round cut Australian opal cabochon, Victorian era styling, and high quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this precious ring is made in the form of a buttercup flower, which is expertly claw-set with a beautiful opal, displaying flashes of blue, green, and fire orange color in different light intensities. The shoulders are beautifully engraved, which is still nice and crisp. The gold is a lovely gentle rose gold color, which sets of the opal perfectly. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. This Victorian era ring would make a very special gift for that special someone, or a wonderful addition to your antique jewelry collection.

Note: Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antique value of antique jewelry. It is recommended that this ring be insured for $1200.00 (Tax Excluded) 

History: Archaeological evidence suggests that Opal was first mined in Virgin Valley, North America, over 10,000 years ago and used in artefacts in Kenya 6 thousand years ago. Additionally history also suggests that the Aztecs were mining opal in South and Central America around the same time.

Australian opals discovered during the late 1800's found little favour with European markets but their commercial value increased in the 1900's and in 1932 Australia took over as the major producer of opals in the world and remains the largest producer to this day.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his famous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United States during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

In the history of the United Kingdom and the British Empire, the Victorian era was the reign of Queen Victoria, from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. Slightly different definitions are sometimes used. 

 

Measurements:Face of the Ring 8.00 mm x 8.00 mm 

Stone Size: Opal .34 carats 

Weight: 1.80 carats 

Ring Size 6 1/2 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1880 

 

 

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