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Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, French Import Large Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring

836W
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Written by Olly Gerrish

An impressive French import ring that was made circa 1910-1920. It has been claw set with a large fire opal that has an approximate weight of nearly four and three quarter carats. Fire opals are amazing stones and are found in Mexico. The Mayas and Aztecs loved this gemstone and used it in mosaics and for ritualistic purposes. They called it “quetzalitzlipyollitli”, the “The bird of paradise stone”. The stone knowledge of Mexico’s natives, which had been handed down for generations sank into oblivion for a long time until in the early 1800s, the fiery treasures hidden in the Mexican highlands were remembered, and mining gradually started again. Around it are small claw set old mine cut diamonds and there are further diamonds set in to each of the shoulders. The shank is 18ct gold and the top is platinum.

A stunning ring to wear with care.

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Item Number
836W
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Measurements
Top 1.8cm by 1.6cm
Fire opal approx weight 4.72 carats
14mm by 11.6mm by 6.9mm
Diamonds approx total weight
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Hibou (French owl mark for imported 18ct gold) Mascaron (French Bearded man's head, mark for platinum imported pieces)
Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Avoid immersion in water
  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
  • Check delicate settings regularly
Discovered
10 months ago

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