• 50ct Lightning Ridge crystal opal pendant in yellow gold with amethyst and blue sapphire accents, front view on light background.
  • Model wearing a yellow-gold Lightning Ridge crystal opal pendant with amethyst and sapphire accents on a fine chain.
  • Close-up of 50ct Lightning Ridge crystal opal pendant, yellow-gold setting with pavé pink sapphires and a cushion amethyst.
  • Back view of Lightning Ridge crystal opal pendant showing yellow-gold gallery and pavé sapphire detailing.
  • Side profile of 50ct Lightning Ridge crystal opal pendant in yellow gold, showing bezel height and amethyst cap.
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Stone River Gems

50ct Lightning Ridge Crystal Opal, Amethyst & Sapphire Pendant*

50ct Lightning Ridge Crystal Opal, Amethyst & Sapphire Pendant*

$18,000.00 AUD
$18,000.00 AUD
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A striking one-of-a-kind pendant, handcrafted in 14ct yellow gold using the traditional carved wax casting technique.

Centred by a rare 50.00ct Lightning Ridge crystal opal — luminous and alive with blue, green, and violet fire — the piece is crowned with a 4.50ct pale amethyst and pavé-set sapphires in deep blue and soft pink.

Elegant yet commanding, it’s a collector’s jewel — a celebration of Australian opals, craftsmanship, and legacy.

*For our Australian clients, pieces valued above €10,000 are available by private arrangement only. Please contact us to organise VIP delivery or studio collection.

Details

Centre Stone:
 Lighting Ridge Crystal Opal, freeform cut, measuring 39 × 25 × 12.67mm (approx. 4mm dome)


Provenance: Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia — opal personally mined and hand-cut by my father

Carat Weight: 50.00ct


Characteristics: Light body tone with blue-green-violet flash; double-sided crystal

Accent Stones:

  • 1 Amethyst (Rub Over Set), 12.3 × 12.4mm, 4.50ct — very pale purple, moderately bright
  • 5 Blue Sapphires (Grain Set), 1.9mm, 0.20ct total — dark blue
  • 9 Pink Sapphires (Grain Set), 1.9mm, 0.35ct total — mid to light pink

Alloy:
 14ct Yellow Gold (585)

Style: 
Organic sculptural pendant with freeform opal and tapered sapphire-set bail

Manufacture:
 Hand-carved wax cast

Pendant Weight: 
24.49g

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

*Chain not included

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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