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ID #SA1031911
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Large Vintage Opal & Gold Dress Ring
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for sale €462     $502
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Large Vintage Opal & Gold Dress Ring

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Original Retro
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Large Vintage Opal & Gold Dress Ring

Beautiful opal and gold dress ring.

The approx. 5ct large oval opal which has a very nice flex is set in 9ct gold and has a barley twist cable surround.

The ring size is: N-O

The ring is fully hallmarked

Declaration

Original Retro has dated this Vintage Opal Dress Ring to the 1960s.

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SA1031911
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Valley Antique Centre

Hollins Mill

Suite 5 Unit 8

Pennine Industrial Park

Valley Road

Hebden Bridge

HX7 7BZ

(0044) 01422 887420 or (0044) 07780 687139

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Every day from 10 pm - 16.00 am

Description
Large Vintage Opal & Gold Dress Ring

Beautiful opal and gold dress ring.

The approx.

“
5ct large oval opal which has a very nice flex is set in 9ct gold and has a barley twist cable surround.
Original Retro

The ring size is: N-O

The ring is fully hallmarked

Date of Manufacture

Original Retro has dated this Vintage Opal Dress Ring to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1031911
Original Retro
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
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A large oval cabochon white opal set in a yellow gold setting with a textured rope twist border.
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Archive I A large oval cabochon white opal set in a yellow gold setting with a textured rope twist border.

Large Vintage Opal & Gold Dress Ring

Archive II A large oval cabochon white opal set in a yellow gold setting with a textured rope twist border. View II
Archive III A large oval cabochon white opal set in a yellow gold setting with a textured rope twist border. View III
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Valley Antique Centre
Suite 5 Unit 8
Pennine Industrial Park
Valley Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 7BZ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2011
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Location: Valley Antique Centre, Suite 5 Unit 8, Pennine Industrial Park, Valley Road, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 7BZ, United Kingdom
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A large oval cabochon white opal set in a yellow gold setting with a textured rope twist border.
Large Vintage Opal & Gold Dress Ring
Ref: SA1031911
A large oval cabochon white opal set in a yellow gold setting with a textured rope twist border.
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Opal dress rings gained widespread popularity during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, favoured for their unique optical effect known as play-of-colour. Throughout the 20th century, jewelers continued using opals in statement cocktail and dress rings, often set in yellow gold with textured or decorative metal borders.

Traditional opal rings typically feature solid, doublet, or triplet opal cabochons mounted in yellow or white gold settings. Because opals are relatively soft gemstones measuring around 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale, settings frequently incorporate protective bezel, collet, or framed borders with decorative filigree or rope detailing.

Authentic vintage pieces feature hallmark stamps on the inside of the band indicating gold purity, maker marks, and assay office symbols. Furthermore, vintage construction methods often exhibit hand-finishing, claw or bezel settings specific to the era, and natural variations in the opal gemstones optical characteristics.

A statement opal dress ring serves as an accent piece for both formal attire and casual modern wardrobes. It is typically worn as a standalone ring on the right hand or paired with delicate gold bands to highlight the iridescent central stone.

Opals contain natural water content and require protection from extreme heat, dry environments, and sudden temperature shifts. Clean the ring using warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners, harsh chemicals, or prolonged immersion in liquid.
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