DATE: Victorian, c.1866

 A cool antique black opal ring, dating from the Victorian period, circa 1866. The stone is set in platinum and displays excellent play of colour throughout with pops of green, red and orange, reminds me of a planet or something extra-terrestrial. The band is crafted in 22k gold with ribbed shoulder detailing. 

STONES 

Black Opal 

MEASUREMENTS 

Head: 1.6 x 1.2cm

Rise off finger: 5.9mm

Width of band: 2.3mm

WEIGHT 

 3.8g

MARKS 

English hallmarks for 22k gold, London 1866

Stamped 22ct

CONDITION 

Excellent