Edwardian 18ct Gold Black Jelly Opal & Diamond Ring, 1917
Edwardian 18ct Gold Black Jelly Opal & Diamond Ring, 1917
6563
An elegant early 20th-century 18ct yellow gold ring, hallmarked in Birmingham in 1917 and set with three captivating black jelly opals and rose-cut diamonds. The three opals are arranged across the finger, their dark, translucent grounds lending exceptional depth to the shifting flashes of colour within.
The term "jelly opal" refers to the stones' distinctive translucent, gel-like appearance. Here, the darker body colour provides a dramatic backdrop for their elusive play of light, which changes beautifully as the ring moves. Delicate rose-cut diamond accents add a soft, antique sparkle and provide a refined contrast to the opals' fluid, luminous character.
The warm yellow-gold setting and elegantly balanced three-stone design give the ring a graceful period presence. Although hallmarked in 1917, its design retains the refined, romantic influence of the late Edwardian era, making it a particularly appealing example of British jewellery from this transitional period.
A lovely and highly wearable antique jewel, equally suited to a collection of opal jewellery or as an unusual and characterful dress ring. The combination of black jelly opals, rose-cut diamonds, and richly coloured 18ct gold gives the piece a quietly dramatic appearance that is both timeless and distinctive.
UK Ring Size: M
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