It was listed by Gatsby Jewellery Ltd. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1950s.
Five double claws keep the opal snug with the whole thing set upon a split shouldered band. Utter, utter class.

Cut - Pear shaped cabochon.
Carat - Approximately 3.00 carat
Circa - 1950.
Condition - Excellent.
Size - Q (UK) or 8 (US). Complementary sizing is available, can go up or down.
Measurements - The opal is 13.75mm long and 9.5mm at its widest point. Sits 4.1mm from the finger.
Metal - 18k gold. Tested.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1950s.
Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.
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