• Triangular Lightning Ridge opal ring with sapphire accents in 14ct yellow gold, three-quarter view on white.
  • Opal and sapphire statement ring in 14ct yellow gold shown on hand for scale.
  • Close-up side view showing pink sapphire pavé and gallery detailing.
  • Macro of triangular opal with pink sapphire end cap and blue sapphire claw setting.
  • Profile of band with channel-set blue sapphires and polished 14ct gold shank.
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Stone River Gems

1.18ct Lightning Ridge Opal & Sapphire Statement Ring — 14ct Yellow Gold

1.18ct Lightning Ridge Opal & Sapphire Statement Ring — 14ct Yellow Gold

$4,500.00 AUD
$4,500.00 AUD
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Born of fire and water, this Lightning Ridge opal carries the colours of the outback sky — glowing orange, vivid green, and deep blue in a mesmerising play of light. Cut into an elegant pear-shaped cabochon, the stone is framed in solid 14ct yellow gold, a timeless embrace for a gem that is anything but ordinary.

One shoulder shimmers with Australian blue sapphires, the other with a cascade of vivid pinks — a poetic balance of day and night, boldness and romance. Handcrafted using the traditional carved wax cast technique, this piece embodies the spirit of slow luxury: raw beauty, carefully considered, designed to be treasured for a lifetime.

Details

Primary Stone: Natural Lightning Ridge Opal

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

Carat Weight: 1.18ct

Cut/Shape: Pear-shaped cabochon

Dimensions: 12 × 9.25 × 1.72mm

Colour: Light grey with patterned orange, blue, and green flash

Accent Stones: 8 × round sapphires, 1.6mm, total 0.20ct, moderately bright dark blue (Australian origin)

Secondary Stones: 16 × round synthetic sapphires, 1.7mm, vivid dark pink

Metal: Solid 14ct yellow gold

Band: 2.36mm sculptural carved wax cast with split shoulders

Total Ring Weight: 5.55g

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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