Bidspirit auction | Vintage Navette Opal Ring with

Vintage Navette Opal Ring with Ruby & Diamond Halo - Genuine Opal and Genuine Ruby and Earth-Mined Diamond Ring .  This circa 1970's 14 karat yellow gold ring that features a fiery marquise-shaped opal that is secured in the mounting with V-prongs and cradled by .50 carats of round, brilliant-cut, H color, VS2 clarity diamonds in the halo, which, in turn is surrounded by 1.00 carats of round, faceted, stunning rubies in the outer halo.  The ring is US size 4 and has a ribbed gallery.  This ring can be resized for an additional $100. Please allow an additional 10 days for shipping if we resize it. This ring is certified and appraised for $3,300.00 estimated retail replacement value.  This is an estate item in excellent condition, however, there are two rubies with minor chips in the girdle and/or pavilion, that are almost unnoticeable.  The shank and prongs and entire structure of the ring is excellent. Auction Code: S11/3.7-lss Most rings can safely be sized within 2 sizes (up or down) of the stated size. John D. Rockerfeller has a collection of opal jewelry and believed that opals gave him inspiration. Prior to the mid-1800's most diamonds were mined in India and Brazil.  After DeBeers began mining in Africa, diamonds became more available to the public. #OctoberBirthstone #JulyBirthstone #AprilBirthstone #Vintage #Estate #Nostalgia #70sGlam #Amazing #Navette #Marquise #Combo #QueenofGems #KingofGems #KingoftheBirthstones #RoyaltyGems #Certified #Appraised