Faceted Ethiopian Opal hand set in sterling silver ring.
This ring is unique.
Ring size: UK/R EU/60 US/9
Ethiopian opal is relatively new to the market, having first being discovered in Ethiopia in 1994. Now Ethiopia is second only to Australia in the production of opals.
Ethiopian opal normally has a white or transparent base tone, or background colour and very strong ‘play of colour’. (meaning the flashes of blue, green, and other colours that dance across an opal's surface). The biggest difference between Australian opal and Ethiopian opal is the porosity of the opals, Ethiopian opals are very porous, and therefore can absorb moisture and temporarily lose their colour. The colour returns when the stone dries out again but it’s recommended that Ethiopian opals are kept away from water and other chemicals, such as perfume, deodorant etc.
Size: 8 x 6 mm (stone and setting)
Weight: 3.2 g
Sterling Silver and Rose gold Iconic Claddagh Stud Earrings made from Rare Irish gold carefully and sustainably mined in Ireland deep hills of Omagh. A modern twist on the traditional Claddagh ring, where the heart symbolises love, the crown represents loyalty and hands friendship.
The Claddagh
From its humble beginnings in a small Galway village, the Claddagh has become universally recognised as a token of enduring friendship –represented by the two hands holding a crowned heart. The joining of hands, heart and crown represent a perpetual bond of friendship, love and loyalty. It is said that wearing your Claddagh ring with the heart facing inward means your heart is taken. Wearing the heart pointing outward shows the heart is open.