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Early 20th Century 18ct Gold, Fire Opal & Diamond Bracelet

752X
40 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

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.

This 18ct gold articulated bracelet dates from around 1920 and has been set with ten well matched round faceted fire opals with small diamonds in between. It has a secure hidden tongue clasp.

Ollys Pick

We love fire opals at AJC!

Item Number
752X
Measurements
Length 17.5cm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.30 carats
Centre fire opal approx total weight 0.75 carats
7mm by 7mm by 4mm
Total approx weight 6.5 carats.
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks

Unmarked. 18ct gold.

Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
  • Check delicate settings regularly
Discovered
4 months ago

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