Victorian Opal Brooch with Decorative Bar Setting C. 1890 decorative bar setting this remarkable 19th century ring

this remarkable 19th century ring is a joy to wear and a textbook example to curate

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Victorian Opal Brooch with Decorative Bar Setting C. 1890 decorative bar setting this remarkable 19th century ringIt seems a universal truth that opals contain a certain magic. Believed by the Ancient Greeks to bestow prophecy and protection, cherished across cultures as talismans of healing, and celebrated in Europe as the stone of hope. Queen Victoria herself adored the gem, famously gifting opals to her daughters, ensuring its place as one of the 19th centurys most beloved stones. This brooch, crafted in 15ct yellow gold around 1890, centers on a magnificent