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Stone River Gems

4.30ct Unisex Lightning Ridge Opal Ring in 14ct Yellow Gold — Handcrafted, Angular Shoulder Design

4.30ct Unisex Lightning Ridge Opal Ring in 14ct Yellow Gold — Handcrafted, Angular Shoulder Design

$7,900.00 AUD
$7,900.00 AUD
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From the heart of Lightning Ridge, this 4.30ct opal — personally mined by my late father — radiates with a deep blue-green flash that shifts like light across the desert. Set in solid 14ct yellow gold with sculptural cut-out shoulders, it’s a quietly commanding piece that balances raw natural beauty with refined craftsmanship.

Details

Primary Stone: Natural Lightning Ridge Opal

Provenance: Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia — opal personally mined by my late father

Carat Weight: 4.30ct

Cut/Shape: Freeform cabochon

Dimensions: 21 × 14.75 × 1.3mm

Colour: Mid-grey body tone with blue-green flash and undulated surface

Metal: Solid 14ct yellow gold

Band: 3.42mm flattened band with angular cut-out shoulders

Total Ring Weight: 11.2g

Manufacture: Handcrafted using the traditional carved wax cast technique

Kindly note: the accompanying gemstones in the Lightning Ridge Opal Collection were not mined or sourced by Stone River Gems and may have been treated, unless otherwise stated.

Shipping

Australia — Free DHL Express shipping on orders $500 AUD+ (signature required). All shipments are fully insured (via DHL).

Items over €10,000 cannot be purchased online or shipped under standard coverage — please contacthello@stonerivergems.com or +61 416 469 851 to arrange VIP delivery or in-person collection.

International (NZ & US) — Free DHL Express Worldwide shipping on orders $500 AUD+ (signature required). All shipments are fully insured (via Secursus) and sent DDP, so duties and taxes are included at checkout.

Reserve Collection: orders over €25,000, and loose gemstones cannot ship under standard coverage — contact us to arrange VIP delivery or in-person collection.

For full details, see our Shipping Policy.

Take Care

Everyday care (all jewellery)

  • Remove prior to sport, manual tasks, showing/swimming, and sleep.
  • Avoid Impacts and sudden temperature changes.
  • Store pieces separately in soft pouches/compartments.
  • Clean most jewellery with warn water & mild detergent-free soap & a soft brush, then rinse and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.

Metal care — Solid gold (9K/14K/18K)

  • Wipe with a soft cloth after wear; avoid harsh chemicals and abrasives.
  • For mixed stone settings, default to the gentlest method suitable for the most delicate stone present.

Professional checkups

  • Have prongs/claws and settings inspected every 6–12 months, or sooner if you notice movement/snags or after a hard knock.

Resizing

  • We do not recommend resizing rings from our Lightning Ridge Opal Collection. Opals are highly sensitive to heat, pressure and vibration; resizing can crack or craze the stone or compromise adhesives in layered constructions.

Opal (cleaning)

  • Hand clean only: no ultrasonic or steam. Use a slightly damp soft cloth or a quick lukewarm, mildly soapy rinse; do not soak for long.

Delicate stones (handle with extra care)

  • Opal, peridot (and some garnets): avoid ultrasonic/steam and hard knocks; stick to gentle hand cleaning.

Size & Fit

All ring sizes on our website are listed in US/Canadian sizes. Please refer to our size chart to find your recommended fit. For the most accurate result, we suggest visiting a local jeweller who can measure your finger professionally with calibrated tools.

We do not recommend resizing rings from our Lightning Ridge Opal Collection. Opals are highly sensitive to heat, pressure and vibration; resizing can crack or craze the stone or compromise adhesives in layered constructions.

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