AN IMPORTANT OPAL AND DIAMOND RING


Austria, early 1970s, three hallmarks, one reading '750', one being an Austrian post-war 18 carat gold hallmark and one being the maker's mark
Attributed to the House of Schullin, Vienna, Austria

A superb fantasy-cut opal with iridescent hues of emerald, sapphire and mother-of-pearl, weighing in excess of 10 carat, is prominently set in the center and surrounded by an arrays of brilliant-cut diamonds, with a total weight of 3.8 carats, averaging colors E and clarity V1, the ring itself made of 18 carat yellow gold. The house of Schullin was founded in 1802 and belongs to the most prominent and renowned Austrian jewelers. It is known for outstanding designs executed in only the very best materials.

Weight: 24 grams
Dimensions: Ring size 56 (EU)
Condition: Excellent with minor wear
Insurance value: This ring was recently appraised with an insurance replacement value of 12.900,- Euro; the original certificate will be handed to the winning bidder
Provenance: Purchased by a well-known Austria family of publishers at Schullin Jewelers shortly after 1970 (by repute) and thence by descent, Austrian private collection

Literature recommendation: 1990s Jewelry: The Hans Schullin Collection, Sophie Beer und Hans Schullin, Arnoldsche, 2017.