Peacock's Pride - Black Opal Diamond Ring black_opal Unguents or other aromatics were

Unguents or other aromatics were both powerful protection from evil as well as practical

The pendant surround is a heart of 14k gold with a tiny beaded border with four larger orbs of gold as well as delicate wire work on the edges

this ruby diamond and 18k gold ring made its appearance

Beautifully sculpted

tiny filaments arc around the diamond area

Peacock's Pride - Black Opal Diamond Ring black_opal Unguents or other aromatics wereThe term "black opal"? is somewhat misleading as the opal is not 'black' in color but has a very dark base body color which enhances the brilliance of the diffracted colors. It can range from jet black to dark grayish blue or even deep brown. In this case, intense peacock blue contrasts with chartreuse and lime green iridescence that results in an opal that never stops. Every angle reveals further intensity and hues would that do a peacock proud. Oval