$296.25 $395.00
Natural fire opal ring made with a top quality white opal gemstone 8x6mm in size, which can have faceted or cabochon cut and be of AAA grade, which is standard quality for my opal jewelry offered at this shop, or of rare and impressive quality grade I refer to as AAAA.
The opals made with lower quality standard are sold via other channels and at a lower price.
There are also opal pendant and earrings that together make up a gorgeous set - a fantastic gift for someone‘ s anniversary or another meaningful and special event.
The ring is available in sizes 5,6,7,8and 9 most of the time.
✅ THE OPAL
🔹Origin: earth mined, 100% natural, solid, untreated, perfect gift of Mother Nature as it was born.
🔹 Shape and cut: oval faceted or oval cabochon.
🔹 Dimensions: 8x6mm
🔹 Weight: 0.7 -1.3 Ct approximately depending upon the cut (cabochon is always heavier)
🔹 Quality grade: AAA+
🔹Colors: rare opals in AAAA quality grade usually have glowing appearance with every single rainbow colors particularly blue or white reflective base - a lot of pink, orange shades.
Standard opals are high quality opals with moderate to extremely bright fire colors and a vibrant easily visible play of color (varies depending upon lighting and other factors- please read “the disclaimer” provided below that explains in detail why)
✅ THE SETTING
🔹Solid 925 sterling silver 4 prong semi mount ring setting with white gold or rhodium plated finish with light oxidation finish designed with Celtic inspired influence, and is based on one of the more traditional and recognizable ancient symbols: he Celtic Cross.
The ring is my original design as well as the pendant and the earrings, which all have unique vintage look, but is made with the advantages of the modern era,technology, which allows manufacturing of tarnish resistant sterling silver jewelry, which is plated with white gild or rhodium over the plain silver.
I have a long term goal of using only plated sterling silver settings, which require significantly lower to none maintenance of the jewelry, which looks highly polished, smooth and protects the silver from tarnishing and from micro damage, which dulls the metal’s surface over time due to tiny scratches from wearing the jewelry.
It is particularly important for natural opal jewelry to have a more resistant to tarnish metal, because opals cannot be exposed to any liquid including liquid chemical cleaners widely used as a “go to” tool to clean sterling silver jewelry.
The ring is lightly oxidized over the plated layer, which serves to highlight the details of the design and create a vintage aged appearance to any jewelry piece. This oxidation is permanent, and will not wear off over time. Some gemstones might look slightly darker in an “antiqued” style setting, and translucent opals usually lose a lot of their beauty in a darker ring setting, which becomes the opal’s natural base tone and alters the play of color significantly.
🔹The antiqued finish helps to highlight every detail of the band’s style, so that the ring looks simple, but very appealing to nearly everyone: those who love Celtic Jewelry and those who prefer classic or vintage style - my signature is simplicity and versatility, which can be achieved by a balanced design, which is not overly busy with details and unnecessary elements or made for a huge size gemstone, which also makes it very affordable.
It can be an excellent choice for an alternative style engagement ring or just a great gift for someone special.
🔹 The ring can be made with a cabochon cut opal - see photos or with a faceted oval opal - both cuts are in stock in superb quality grade and will not disappoint!
🔹Available in size 5,7,8 and 9 US scale.
Availability of the size or a stone in a desired combination of cut and quality grade is never guaranteed, because I work alone, and not always able to follow up on timely updates made to my listings, and can use a stone for another item at the moment when you are placing your order - I monitor the inventory by manually renewing all of the listings. Which is why you might see “only one is available “ warning under the listing in Etsy search.
It is technically correct, because the top AAAA quality grade opals are hard to find and they get used up quickly by means of using the same stone to make multiple pieces which fit the same center stone size.
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🟣SHIPPING AND PROCESSING:
💯FREE USPS PRIORITY MAIL ON ALL ORDERS!💯
▪️I put as much time, effort and care into creating each made to order piece of jewelry as is necessary to bring it to the achievable perfection. Almost every item I ship is a piece of jewelry that is made only to order, so normally it usually takes 1-2 weeks to fulfill most orders without having to rush and possibly compromise the quality of craftsmanship - it doesn’t apply to all items, but as a rule of thumb, anything that is made with quality requires more time than a mass produced piece of junk that is shipped as soon as you put your order in. When it comes to handmade goods, very fast shipping is probably a warning sign rather than a testament to the best customer service…..
▪️Each item is made only to order - there are no premanufactured pieces, which I can drop in a mailbox the same day - every piece requires a lot of time, care and attention to have the best craftsmanship that I am happy with
▪️MAXIMUM processing time is set for 4 weeks for situations when I need to reorder something or when “life happens “…. It is not the average time you should expect.
▪️I do accept URGENT ORDERS for items that can be made very quickly, but you have to leave a note for me with your order specifying the DEADLINE when you need your item to arrive. You can also obtain prior confirmation
▪️Your finished jewelry will be shipped in a beautiful velvet jewelry box, with a polishing cloth and a care instructions sheet included with every order. I package everything to keep the jewelry protected from damage in transit and also ready for gift giving
▪️I don’t have solid gold inventory at home as of this moment due to the very small size of my shop’s operations, so I have to have extra time for ordering settings for ALL solid gold orders which take minimum 2 weeks to complete.
▪️I work entirely alone, so if I am not available for any reason such as health or other obligations, there’s nobody else who can replace me. Please accept my apology for any delay in responding to your messages, and I am extremely grateful for your understanding and support 🙏🏻❤️
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🟣MATERIALS and QUALITY STANDARD:
▪️ I use only authentic precious metals such as 10k and 14k yellow, rose and white gold, 925 sterling silver with white gold/rhodium finish and genuine, earth mined, natural gemstones. I VERIFY AUTHENTICITY of all the materials that I use for making my jewelry, and guarantee that all of my products are of the highest quality, ethically and sustainably sourced and represent my original designs with all rights reserved.
▪️ All Kissed By Fire Opals are NATURAL, EARTH MINED, SOLID and come from a network of small business professionals with ethically sound business practices. I NEVER use doublets/triplets opals, artificially enhanced, lab created, or man made opals.
▪️ I offer the highest quality moissanite available on the market today produced according to the latest industry standards that have superior clarity, flawless cut in a wide range of available colors.
▪️I use 925 sterling silver which is rhodium or 14k white gold plated over silver to improve appearance, tarnish resistance and reduce maintenance efforts
▪️ ALL OF MY DESIGNS ARE ORIGINAL WORK and cannot be reproduced without my permission granted only to authorised distributors. I never use stock photos in my product listings, but my photos are routinely being used by others without my consent, so please be aware of fraudulent imitators.
▪️This shop is a single woman owned and run: I am based in the U.S and I create all my jewelry myself with the help of other small family run businesses located in different countries. You can find out more about my business organization here:
📌https://www.kissedbyfirejewelry.com/post/1207779968213/sustainable-choices-are-not-optional
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🟣CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
▪️Please make sure that you keep your Opal jewelryAWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS, and wear it with caution when it comes to any activity: natural opal is a fragile gemstone.
▪️PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE ARTICLE:
📌https://www.kissedbyfirejewelry.com/post/126677434969/opal-jewelry-care-instructions
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🟣GENERAL RETURN POLICY:
🔴YOU WILL ALWAYS RECEIVE HELP IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ORDER!
▪️ALL JEWELRY THAT IS DAMAGED, HAS A DEFECT OR IS SIGNIFICANTLY DIFFERENT FROM ITS LISTING DESCRIPTION QUALIFIES FOR A FREE REFUND/EXCHANGE OR REPAIR.
▪️PLEASE READ THE FULL POLICY HERE to learn about what DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR A REFUND:
📌https://www.kissedbyfirejewelry.com/post/1185345603412/return-policy-details
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🟣OPAL PHOTO DISCLAIMER:
🔴OPALS CHANGE THEIR APPEARANCE AND IT IS VERY HARD TO CAPTURE THEIR TRUE BEAUTY VIA PHOTOS OR VIDEOS!
▪️Each Opal is very unique and special. Just like you are. That’s why we love them.
But this gemstone has certain features that make it very hard or impossible to objectively represent them via photos and videos with a degree of absolute precision. Please keep this in mind when you are looking through the available items and the listing images. The item you will receive is going to LOOK DIFFERENT from the listing photos and videos, but THIS IS ABSOLUTELY NORMAL and is to be expected from any natural opal due to its very nature and physical properties.
▪️PLEASE READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE:
📌https://www.kissedbyfirejewelry.com/post/1185352897842/natural-opal-photo-disclaimer
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🟣PAYMENT PLANS ARE WELCOME:
▪️I accept very flexible payment plans with minimum $100 per month payments. Payments are accepted via PayPal or by other methods that are convenient for you. To reserve a specific item you have to make at least the first payment that is not smaller than 20% of the total listing price
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🟣NOTE TO CUSTOMERS:
▪️Each item I create is always made with care, attention and love. I try to approach my work with a positive mindset of gratitude for this unique opportunity to bring something joyful and beautiful into other people's lives: it is exhilarating to know, that something I made would mean so much for another person who would wear that piece of jewelry as a symbol of a life changing event or as precious memory that they will carry with them through years!
▪️I want you to know how much I appreciate your support of my work: my one-person-run business depends on YOUR REVIEWS TO STAY OPEN: I cannot compete with large companies and shops managed by a team of people. Working alone is extremely difficult, so please take a moment to support my shop by writing a review for your purchase.
▪️Also proceeds from my sales are currently being used for supporting my family members who are struggling to survive in my native country of Ukraine. I am grateful for being able to make a difference. 🇺🇦THANK YOU 🙏🏻
❤️ PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO SUPPORT MY BUSINESS - I NEED YOUR FEEDBACK RIGHT NOW MORE THAN EVER ❤️
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5-7 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 3 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 7 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
- If you are dissatisfied with your item due to my negligence, forgetfulness, oversight or confusion I GUARANTEE YOUR MONEY BACK IN CASE I MADE A MISTAKE WITH YOUR ORDER. Just let me know what happened, make sure the item is UNWORN, in its original condition, WITH A SIGNATURE TAG STILL ATTACHED and provide photos or description of the problem, and I WILL REIMBURSE YOU OR WILL PROVIDE A FREE EXCHANGE or REPAIR.
For gold jewelry I can only provide a sufficient repair to correct the issue. Gold jewelry is not refundable unless the item is significantly damaged and it is my direct fault.
Earrings and custom orders are non refundable. Earrings fall under the category of personal items and can't be returned for hygienic reasons.
I set the MAXIMUM processing time of 3-4 weeks but the exact time required to fulfill an order varies greatly depending on a combination of multiple factors both objective and personal.
▪️Processing time is different from the delivery time, which is specified for every shipping method. Upgrading your shipping method to Express does not change the processing time, so if you need your order ASAP, you will have to contact me with a request to expedite your order and make sure that I have received your request and confirmed that I will be able to make your order by the required deadline
▪️I WILL DO MY BEST TO SHIP ALL ORDERS AS SOON AS I CAN, BUT IT IS BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO TIMELY PROVIDE THE NECESSARY INFORMATION REGARDING ANY DEADLINES
Opal jewelry is EXTREMELY FRAGILE and cannot come in touch with any liquid including water.
Please make sure you DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR OPAL JEWELRY TO WATER!
- Do not wash hands, take shower, do strenuous activity, run errands, clean the house or exercise with opals still on.
- Take off before bed and clean and buff the metal parts regularly to avoid using chemical cleaners.
- Micro paved Jewelry cannot be placed into an ultrasonic Jewelry cleaner due to the shaking, which might cause the tiny stones to fall out.
-Jewelry damaged due to not following the care instructions IS A FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER AND CANNOT BE RETURNED, EXCHANGED OR REIMBURSED.
-“care tips” card is provided with your order.
- YOUR JEWELRY WILL AND SHOULD LOOK DIFFERENT FROM THE LISTING PHOTOS EVEN IF THE PHOTOS ARE TAKEN OF THE ACTUAL OPAL
- The truth about this gemstone is that its uniqueness, its ever changing play of color, its brilliance, color intensity or fire pattern can be fully appreciated only when seen in real life. Besides any slight change in the light angle causes complete change in the opal’s appearance and visible colors
- There is a SIGNIFICANT amount of attenuation present when you look at an opal under natural daylight compared to its artificially exaggerated brilliance seen under the artificial indoor light;
- it is NORMAL for opals to change their appearance, so please keep this in mind that even the same opal NEVER LOOKS THE SAME!
I use only precious metals: 10k, 14k solid gold and 925 sterling silver. My favorite gemstone has always been Ethiopian Welo Opal, but now I also use moissanite to create my jewelry. Both fiery gemstones are very different but are satisfying to work with as they are capable of creating a flawless piece of beauty and perfection to be the result of my creative effort. I do not settle for mediocre or ordinary: my jewelry is made with RARE and UNIQUE gemstones. I personally test precious metals and gemstones for authenticity, and guarantee that all materials used in my jewelry are safe, hypoallergenic, authentic and are original designs - never something that was mass produced or made to resell. My jewelry is original and offers true value.
I have recently introduced an initiative that allows everyone to have a custom made version of any item listed in my shop by changing the center gemstone into ANY GEMSTONE THAT THEY WANT. You can choose from a wide selection of birthstones and choose from any setting in my shop to create your perfect gift and mix and match pieces for making gifts for friends or family members or anyone - the idea is that the jewelry can be purchased for an AFFORDABLE PRICE and be created for you within the same processing time as the item in the listing. All of the gemstones I get are SUSTAINABLY SOURCED and are produced by small businesses that are usually local and family owned, so the process is very transparent and straightforward. Give it a try!
Now I am offering more moissanite jewelry than ever before due to the changes in the industry allowing me to purchase moissanite products that are CERTIFIED and come with a LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY. The quality of the moissanite gemstones is INCREDIBLE, and the colors are absolutely stunning, so I have been working on my solid gold Bridal and Engagement Jewelry Collection featuring new and unique designs created with moissanite and natural opal in the same elegant style that I have always been offering to my customers: I adore dainty jewelry and I design with an open heart for everyone in mind, so my pieces are perfectly versatile and fit nearly any occasion. My craftsmanship and the gemstone quality is known for its highest standards.
Apr 25, 2021
The ring is absolutely gorgeous! My partner proposed to me with a black opal from this shop. I loved mine so much that I came back here to replace a scammy, low-quality ring from another seller. My partner now wears a white opal in the same cut & band as mine. Our rings look gorgeous together! You can only catch the rainbow in the black opal under certain lights, which I love, and the red hues Julia picked for us are always visible. The white opal is a rainbow of color "from alien worlds," as Julia put it! Sometimes we stop what we're doing to admire it. The quality of both rings is incredible. Julia is very kind, helpful, & communicative. She customized a facet cut into this band. She even rushed my order for V-Day since she'd been booked up when I reached out over the holidays. We'll post pictures sometime! Thank you, Julia!
Dec 31, 2018
I love it, this is a beautiful ring. Exactly as described, will purchase from this shop again.
Jun 12, 2018
Beautiful ring, exactly as pictured. She absolutely loved it!