Opal Ring 18K Genuine Australian Solid Semi Black Opal Ring Diamond Vintage

Black opal ring, exquisite and rare fiery black opal ring in solid 18K yellow gold. This stone is just breathtaking! Every color of the rainbow is present; the reds, blues, and greens dance across the stone with a wonderful play of color. This is a genuine Australian natural semi black opal stone, not created or doublet, etc. This would make an incredibly unique and lovely engagement ring for someone seeking a one of a kind special piece! Ring weighs 2.9 grams. The opal is accented with 10 genuine round brilliant cut diamonds of fine quality. The ring is stamped for 18K gold with the European stamp of "750" (18k) guaranteed for 18K gold. The opal measures 12 mm x 6 mm which equates to approximately 1 carat according to measurement. The back of the opal is open and shows a dark gray potch/matrix of varying tones of gray as is common in opal with dark matrix. The diamonds are set on either side and measure 1.1 mm across each which equates to about .06 carats total diamond weight for the ring calculated by measurement. They are estimated to be VS1 (only very slight inclusions visible under magnification) and in the early near colorless range or better. The entire setting face measures 12 mm N to S and 17 mm E to W. When worn the top of the ring/stone is elevated 3.25 mm from the finger and is very comfortable to wear for everyday due to the lower profile. Size US 6 currently.