1972 Cartier Black Opal

[missy]

Oh Kristy, that is so sweet of you to say, thank you! Big apologies to everyone here because when we went on vacation to the beach house I decided I didn't want to take the black opal since it is not insured. Though pics by the sea would be pretty and maybe I could capture the real colors of this opal. Maybe I'll bring it if we just go for a weekend next month and take some more photos. I really need to buy a real camera. I just took some more photos (with my phone) in my apt to see if they come out any better. Thanks again Kristy. Hope you enjoy.

 

[missy]

pics continued....the color IRL is much deeper and less pastel but for some reason it looks different in my phone pics...

 

[missy]

last 2 for now...

 

[minousbijoux]

That is one hecka blingy opal ring, and I must say I love Lightning Ridge black opals! I would create a social life of cocktail parties just so I could wear that ring...

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

I said it before and I'll say it again--devine!

cheers--Sharon

 

[missy]

That is one hecka blingy opal ring, and I must say I love Lightning Ridge black opals! I would create a social life of cocktail parties just so I could wear that ring...

Thank you minousbijoux- it really is a great party ring I agree. Though these days I wear it more on special occasions than anywhere else as I am a bit of a klutz and as you know black opal is not a hardy stone.

HI:

I said it before and I'll say it again--devine!

cheers--Sharon

Thank you again Sharon.

 

[Imdanny]

I was constantly drooling over it so I guess she saw through my subtlety

LOL!

Beautiful ring!!

 

[TravelingGal]

That really is stunning!!!!

 

[missy]

Thank you Danny and TravelingGal!

 

[PrincessCath]

Beautiful stone and proportions. Enjoy!

 

[missy]

Beautiful stone and proportions. Enjoy!

Thank you PrincessCath.

 

[missy]

Updating this thread with new photos taken just a few minutes ago.
No editing done. Taken in different rooms. I have not worn this ring for over 7 months and it takes time to warm it up for the gorgeous colors to really shine but wanted to share it nonetheless. Glad to be back wearing it again.

 

[Catmom]

Simply breathtaking!

 

[finerthings]

Gasp! Just stunning!

 

[Fabulous50]

Updating this thread with new photos taken just a few minutes ago.
No editing done. Taken in different rooms. I have not worn this ring for over 7 months and it takes time to warm it up for the gorgeous colors to really shine but wanted to share it nonetheless. Glad to be back wearing it again.

Omg its so gorgeous, @missy !!!! Now I want to learn more about opals!

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

GAWJUS!!!!

 

[missy]

Gasp! Just stunning!

Thank you @finerthings!

Omg its so gorgeous, @missy !!!! Now I want to learn more about opals!

@Fabulous50 thank you! ❤

GAWJUS!!!!

Thanks very much @Rubies-R-Me!

 

[jordyonbass]

Oh how I would love to see this Black Opal up close

 

[Bron357]

That opal is simply perfect and I love seeing photos of it. I love even more that you are wearing it

 

[lissyflo]

So beautiful, stone and setting.

Out of interest, do you store/treat it in any particular way to protect the opal from drying out etc over the longer term? I adore opals but my jewellery needs to be pretty much like my garden plants - tough and capable of self care for long periods! - so I’m put off by the idea of needing to baby stones like opal and emerald, but I’m not sure how much looking after they really require.

 

[missy]

So beautiful, stone and setting.

Out of interest, do you store/treat it in any particular way to protect the opal from drying out etc over the longer term? I adore opals but my jewellery needs to be pretty much like my garden plants - tough and capable of self care for long periods! - so I’m put off by the idea of needing to baby stones like opal and emerald, but I’m not sure how much looking after they really require.

Thanks @lissyflo. I keep it in a plastic ziplock with a moist cotton round. My parents used to give it a water bath every now and then when they owned it but this is how I keep it moist. Yes it is a bit nerve wracking taking good care of it and I am always cognizant of the fact that it could crack or craze etc. but I enjoy it and will enjoy it for as long as I can.

 

[missy]

That opal is simply perfect and I love seeing photos of it. I love even more that you are wearing it

Thank you very much @Bron357. I love looking at it even when I am not wearing it (and often take it out to admire it) but it is wonderful to wear it too.


One more photo.

 

[missy]

Oh how I would love to see this Black Opal up close

Aww thanks Jordy, and you know you and your wife and LO are invited. Anytime.

 

[lissyflo]

Thanks @lissyflo. I keep it in a plastic ziplock with a moist cotton round. My parents used to give it a water bath every now and then when they owned it but this is how I keep it moist.Yes it is a bit nerve wracking taking good care of it and I am always cognizant of the fact that it could crack or craze etc. but I enjoy it and will enjoy it for as long as I can.

Thanks for the info. And absolutely you should wear and enjoy it - it would be a travesty for something so beautiful, and sentimental for you, to be locked away unworn.

 

[bling_dream19]

Thank you very much @Bron357. I love looking at it even when I am not wearing it (and often take it out to admire it) but it is wonderful to wear it too.


One more photo.

Simply gorgeous Missy! I could stare at that opal for hours. Your dad must have passed along the jewelry loving gene! It looks beautiful on you sweet Missy.

 

[msop04]

Gorgeous!!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Updating this thread with new photos taken just a few minutes ago.
No editing done. Taken in different rooms. I have not worn this ring for over 7 months and it takes time to warm it up for the gorgeous colors to really shine but wanted to share it nonetheless. Glad to be back wearing it again.

I love this ring
And i love it's story
i love that your mom and dad gave it to you so they can see your love for it

 

[Dandi]

I absolutely love the story behind this ring

 

[RunningwithScissors]

I remember seeing you post a photo of this ring awhile back and I though it was so magnificent that the image has stayed with me. Thanks for posting more photos of it! It truly is a ring for the ages! Absolute perfection! The opal looks lovely with your skin tone too. Wear and enjoy!

 

[Emrldlvr]

Such a gorgeous piece!