Fine 18ct Antique Opal Stick Pin (1.81ct Opal) c.1900
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This fine antique Opal stick pin is one of the finest accessories we've found to date!
The pin is crafted from 18ct Yellow Gold and at its centre lies a luminous 1.81ct natural Opal bursting with a rainbow of juicy pastel colours. With every tilt and shift of light a new hue or dazzling vibrancy reveals itself!
The Opal is hugged by an elegant border of seed Pearls, and from the sides the filigree mount is simply superb.
A fantastic finishing touch for any occasion.
Item Details:
ERA: Victorian (1837-1901)
MEASUREMENTS: The pin is 67mm long.
The cluster as a whole at the top of the pin is 12mm wide.
The Opal is 10mm x 8mm wide and 4mm deep.
The Pearls are measuring 3mm in length and width.
Weight: 2.6g
Resizing available on request - just send us a message to enquire!
MATERIALS: 18ct Yellow Gold, Opal, Pearl.
HALLMARKS: None present. Tested as 18ct Gold.
CONDITION:
EXCELLENT: This antique Opal stick pin is in excellent condition for its age. Made in the Victorian era, over a century ago, it's steeped in history but age hasn't dulled its beauty one bit! The Opal is fantastic, with an excellent play of light and a luminosity within. The Pearls have beautiful creamy colour with peachy overtones and have a good nacre and lustre too. All in all, it's a stunning piece of antique jewellery that's incredibly versatile and would make a unique and thoughtful gift.