These opal and gem earrings are lovely, so I have to post them for you, and you should use the link to see the gorgeous matching tiara, and some of her other pieces. They're worth the trip.
Piece of the Week: Lydia Courteille’s Opal Earrings
By Ashley Davis
Ashley.Davis@nationaljeweler.com
October 2, 2020
"Those born in October have lucked out when it comes to birthstones, counting opal and tourmaline—two gemstones with wildly different looks depending on the variety—as their gems of the month.
No one quite does opals like Lydia Courteille, who selects the finest and most pristine specimens for her imaginative, avant-garde creations.
These “Piece of the Week” earrings are just the one-of-a-kind jewels to usher in spooky season.
From the “Topkapi” collection, named for the eponymous Turkish palace, they feature black rhodium-plated 18-karat gold set with sapphires, rubies and, of course, opals (7.45 carats total weight).
Fans of the design can also feast their eyes on the coordinating tiara. ... "
https://www.nationaljeweler.com/fashion ... l-earrings
Piece of the Week: Lydia Courteille’s Opal Earrings
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Re: Piece of the Week: Lydia Courteille’s Opal Earrings
Those look good. I like the high domes of the African material. Im guessing the all "Ethiopian Opal crazes" accusation has been proven to not apply to the current crop of offerings everywhere after its been finished by jewelers.
I'll jump over my shadow. https://www.virginvalleyopal.com"
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