Shallow Reef Ring, Coober Pedy crystal opal set east-west in 14K gold bezel with sterling silver band, front view

Handmade crystal opal ring showing colour shift and translucent stone quality, angle view, Julia Paris Designs

Shallow Reef Opal Ring | 14K Gold & Sterling Silver

Name: Shallow Reef Opal Ring | 14K Gold & Sterling Silver
Brand: Julia Paris Designs
SKU: ORMM115
Price: 1250.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

Handcrafted by Julia on the NSW South Coast, Australia.

This Coober Pedy crystal opal carries its colour the way light moves through shallow water. Soft greens, aquas, a breath of gold, shifting with every angle, never settling on one thing.

Set east-west in a hand-forged 14K yellow gold bezel on a sterling silver band. The warm gold holds the stone without crowding it. The triangle shape sits on the hand with a geometry that feels instinctive rather than deliberate.

This is for the woman who is drawn to quiet things that turn out to hold more than they first show.

$1,250.00 AUD

SKU: ORMM115

I also offer layby on this piece. Contact me for details.

Details

Handcrafted with intention, this one-of-a-kind ring features:

- solid natural Coober Pedy Crystal Opal 1.2ct
- Protective 14K yellow gold bezel setting
- Sterling silver backing and comfortable, rounded edge band for everyday wear
- High shine finish
- Size 8 (AUS Q)
- Ready to ship
- This ring can be sized up to one size larger if needed. Please leave a note at checkout.

Shipping

Orders are shipped via tracked and insured Australia Post Express and is complimentary on all orders over $150, otherwise shipping starts at $12.

RETURNS

Refunds within 7 days of purchase. I gladly exchange for another item of equal value within 30 days of purchase. Any jewellery that has been personalised, worn, altered or resized will not be exchanged.

Shallow Reef Opal Ring | 14K Gold & Sterling Silver

$1,250.00 AUD

There is a particular feeling that comes with looking into a crystal opal. Not the drama of a dark stone. Something quieter than that. The way colour lives inside it rather than sitting on the surface. The way it reminds you of light on water, of something seen briefly and not forgotten.

This stone has that quality.

Pale, translucent, with colour that shifts as you move. Soft greens, aquas, a breath of gold. You will find yourself turning your hand just to watch it change.

The setting was built around this stone specifically. East-west in a clean 14K yellow gold bezel, the warm metal drawing out the aquas and soft greens without competing with them. A sterling silver band keeps it grounded and wearable.

If you are the kind of woman who reaches for the same piece every morning without needing to think about it, this is that ring. Not borrowed from a trend. Not chosen to be noticed. Chosen because it felt completely and unmistakably right. This stone came from the South Australian earth in this form, set once, made once, and it will not come again.

before you buy

Still have a question that isn't answered here? Just send me an message here and I will get back to you.

Is this a solid Australian opal or a doublet/triplet?

This is a solid Australian opal. Not a doublet, not a triplet. The stone is natural and whole, with no synthetic backing or layering of any kind. Solid opals are the most durable and the most valuable opal type, and they are the only kind used in Julia Paris Designs pieces.

Where does the opal come from?

Australia. Australia produces more than 90% of the world's opals, and no other place on earth produces opals of this character and depth. Every opal used in a Julia Paris Designs piece is sourced from Australia and selected by hand for its individual character.

Will the colours in the opal look the same in person as they do in the photos?

Opal is a living stone in the sense that its play of colour shifts with the light and the angle you view it from. Photos capture one moment. In person, the stone will move and change as you do. That is part of what makes it unrepeatable. Every effort is made to photograph each stone honestly, in natural light, so what you see is a true representation of the stone's character.

Is opal suitable for everyday wear?

Opal sits at 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, which means it is softer than sapphire or diamond and benefits from a little care. A bezel setting, which is used in many Julia Paris Designs pieces, wraps the stone in metal and offers significantly more protection than a prong setting. Worn with awareness, an opal ring can absolutely be a daily piece.

How do I care for my opal ring?

Clean gently with a soft, damp cloth. You can wear your opal when you wash your hands, which will actually help to remove any oils or product build up that may be on the stone. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals. Take your opal off when doing activities that may cause impact or scratching. Store separately from harder stones that could scratch the surface.

Can I get this ring in a different size?

Because each ring is built around a specific stone and a one of a kind pieces, resizing options depend on the individual ring. Please reach out before purchasing if you are interested in a size that is different to the listed size. Where possible, minor adjustments can be made, but the integrity of the setting and the stone always comes first.

materials

GOLD

The gold used in my pieces is 1000% Australia Gold and is sustainibly sourced.

materials

Sterling silver

All the siver used in my pieces is solid sterling silver. There is no plating on my silver which ensures durability and longevity.

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