• 13.40ct Lightning Ridge opal necklace in 14ct yellow gold with sapphire and diamond accents, abstract bezel setting on fine chain.
  • Model wearing 13.40ct Lightning Ridge opal, sapphire and diamond necklace in 14ct yellow gold at the collarbone.
  • Close-up of vivid blue-green Lightning Ridge opal framed by sapphire and diamond accents in 14ct yellow gold necklace.
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Stone River Gems

13.40ct Lightning Ridge Opal, Sapphire & Diamond Necklace & Chain — 14ct Yellow Gold

13.40ct Lightning Ridge Opal, Sapphire & Diamond Necklace & Chain — 14ct Yellow Gold

$14,000.00 AUD
$14,000.00 AUD
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Like moonlight across water, this necklace shimmers with shifting colour and light. At its heart, a 13.40ct freeform Lightning Ridge opal glows with rolling flashes of green and blue — a living canvas of the Australian outback, captured in stone.

Framing the opal are accents of diamond, sapphire, and a single ember-bright orange sapphire, their sparkle and fire contrasting beautifully with the opal’s undulating depth. The design, handcrafted in solid 14ct yellow gold with a fox tail link chain, feels both sculptural and fluid — a jewel that moves as elegantly as the one who wears it.

Slow-made using the traditional carved wax cast technique, this is a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art, designed to endure as both adornment and story.

Details

Primary Stone: Natural Lightning Ridge Opal

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

Carat Weight: 13.40ct

Cut/Shape: Freeform cabochon

Dimensions: 30 × 15.3 × 11.5 × 3.31mm

Colour: Dark grey body tone with rolling flashes of blue and green; natural potch visible on face

Accent Stones:


• 8 × round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.3–1.9mm, total 0.22ct, G colour, VS clarity


• 6 × round sapphires, 1.9mm, total 0.24ct, dark blue


• 1 × round sapphire, 2.2mm, 0.06ct, dark orange

Metal: Solid 14ct yellow gold

Chain: Fox tail link chain with parrot clasp

Total Necklace Weight: 15.72g

Manufacture: Handcrafted using 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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