This 14K gold ring from designer Le Vian features a beautiful Neopolitan opal as the main stone, with a total carat weight of approximately 2.5 carats. The ring is adorned with 34 diamonds and has a cocktail style setting with a halo design. It is signed by Le Vian and is resizable, making it versatile for different ring sizes. Handmade with yellow gold as the base metal, this unique piece of fine jewelry is sure to make a statement with its multicolor design and designer branding. One of the most unique and astounding elements in the world of jewels, and the October birthstone, is the opal. Treasured as both an accent gem and a centerpiece in its own right, the history of the opal is rich and storied. At the turn of the first century, Roman scholar Pliny the Elder observed that opals carry some of the richest colors of an artist’s palette; often with a light blue or green base, some have the flaming fire of burning sulfur while others resemble a kaleidoscope of precious stones such as ruby, emerald, topaz, sapphire and amethyst. Opal was and remains considered the most magical of all gems because it displays so many colors simultaneously, resulting in a rainbow-like effect.

 

 

 

Le Vian Neopolitan Opal™ and Beyond: Opal of the Future

Le Vian Neopolitan Opal™

 

Another fascinating opal option is the Le Vian Neopolitan Opal™. The ancient Romans deemed this the most powerful of gems, while the Greeks attributed predictive powers to the gem. Later, in the West, this opal became a symbol of hope, purity and truth