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Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks
The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd
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Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

19th century
Description

A stunning Victorian opal and diamond ring, hand crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold and fully hallmarked at the Chester Assay Office in 1897. This antique ring features a vibrant central cabochon opal, alive with flashes of green, turquoise, red, orange, and blue, bordered on either side by three sparkling old mine cut diamonds.

The diamonds are bright and full of character, with a combined weight of approximately 0.50 carat, creating a wonderfully balanced and elegant design. The stones are all set in a traditional Victorian claw mount, showcasing the quality of 19th-century craftsmanship.

Key Features:

Central natural opal, approx. 5.5mm, with vivid play of colour

Six old mine cut diamonds, approx. 2.8mm each – total weight around 0.50 carat

Fully hallmarked Chester 1897, with maker's initials ABS

Face of ring: 7.3mm wide, stands 5.8mm from the finger

Ring size: UK S / US 9¼ – easily resizable

Weight: 4.8 grams

In excellent original condition

Supplied in the presentation box illustrated

This is a truly elegant and timeless example of Victorian jewellery, perfect as an heirloom piece or special gift.

Our Ref: 23159

Please visit our website to view our full collection:

https://www.the-chelsea-bijouterie.com

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We post worldwide free of charge

All items are sent fully insured, tracked and signed for.

Terms of Sale:

We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase.

About Us:

We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijouterie aims to offer beautiful and interesting items at affordable prices.

Declaration

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd has dated this Victorian Opal Diamond Ring to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152395
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23159
Description
A stunning Victorian opal and diamond ring, hand crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold and fully hallmarked at the Chester Assay Office in 1897.
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This antique ring features a vibrant central cabochon opal, alive with flashes of green, turquoise, red, orange, and blue, bordered on either side by three sparkling old mine cut diamonds.
The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd
fig 1. A Victorian 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a central round opal cabochon flanked by set diamonds in a carved head setting.
fig 1. Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

The diamonds are bright and full of character, with a combined weight of approximately 0.50 carat, creating a wonderfully balanced and elegant design. The stones are all set in a traditional Victorian claw mount, showcasing the quality of 19th-century craftsmanship.

fig 2. A Victorian 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a central round opal cabochon flanked by set diamonds in a carved head setting.
fig 2. Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

Key Features:

Central natural opal, approx. 5.5mm, with vivid play of colour

Six old mine cut diamonds, approx. 2.8mm each – total weight around 0.50 carat

Fully hallmarked Chester 1897, with maker's initials ABS

fig 3. A Victorian 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a central round opal cabochon flanked by set diamonds in a carved head setting.
fig 3. Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

Face of ring: 7.3mm wide, stands 5.8mm from the finger

Ring size: UK S / US 9¼ – easily resizable

Weight: 4.8 grams

In excellent original condition

Supplied in the presentation box illustrated

This is a truly elegant and timeless example of Victorian jewellery, perfect as an heirloom piece or special gift.

fig 4. A Victorian 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a central round opal cabochon flanked by set diamonds in a carved head setting.
fig 4. Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

Our Ref: 23159

Please visit our website to view our full collection:

https://www.the-chelsea-bijouterie.com

Shipping:

We post worldwide free of charge

All items are sent fully insured, tracked and signed for.

fig 5. A Victorian 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a central round opal cabochon flanked by set diamonds in a carved head setting.
fig 5. Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

Terms of Sale:

We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase.

fig 6. A Victorian 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a central round opal cabochon flanked by set diamonds in a carved head setting.
fig 6. Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring | Antique 18ct Gold Ring | Chester 1897 Full Hallmarks

About Us:

We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijouterie aims to offer beautiful and interesting items at affordable prices.

Date of Manufacture

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd has dated this Victorian Opal Diamond Ring to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152395
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23159
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Late Victorian opal jewellery gained immense popularity following the discovery of Australian opal mines in the late nineteenth century. Pieces from this period frequently combine opals with diamonds set in heavy 18ct yellow gold carved scroll settings.

Rings from the 1890s were predominantly crafted from solid 18ct or 15ct yellow gold, featuring natural gemstone cabochons such as opals, paired with old-cut or rose-cut diamonds.

Authentic pieces carry British assay marks including the Chester coat of arms mark, a town mark, a crown for gold, a fineness mark such as 18, and a specific date letter representing the year of manufacture.

Antique gemstone rings can be worn individually as focal statement pieces or stacked with slim modern gold bands to create a textured, contemporary jewellery look.

Opals are porous gems sensitive to extreme moisture and temperature shifts, so they should be cleaned gently using a dry, soft cloth rather than water or chemical cleaners, and stored away from direct sunlight.
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