Bid Smart: Opals: The glory of the rainbow in the form of a gem

An early 20th-century ring centered on a 3.36-carat black opal surrounded by diamonds achieved £4,000 (roughly $5,200) in March 2021. Image courtesy of Elmwood’s and LiveAuctioneers.
An early 20th-century ring centered on a 3.36-carat black opal surrounded by diamonds achieved £4,000 (roughly $5,200) in March 2021. Image courtesy of Elmwood’s and LiveAuctioneers.
An early 20th-century ring centered on a 3.36-carat black opal surrounded by diamonds achieved £4,000 (roughly $5,200) in March 2021. Image courtesy of Elmwood’s and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK – Opals have been the gemstones of kings for centuries. When worn in bright sun or clear light, opals blaze forth with a seemingly magical display of light and color that is like nothing else. Every opal is more than a piece of polished rock; it’s a radiant experience in which its blues, greens, whites and even black natural colorings is measured by its dazzle and sparkle.

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House of R&D to debut first $1-start, no-reserve auction of high-end jewelry, April 4

Platinum, fire opal, and diamond ring
A platinum, fire opal, and diamond ring, estimated at $3,200-$3,900
A platinum, fire opal, and diamond ring, estimated at $3,200-$3,900

TEL AVIV, Israel – Over the span of several generations, House of R&D mastered the skills, knowledge, and trade secrets of luxury jewelry, giving their customers a unique combination of ancient gemstones, high-quality design, and excellent customer service. Located in the Diamond Exchange center in Tel Aviv, Israel, House of R&D has first access to the top global experts in the field, the top jewelry designers, and the best quality gemstones on the market. The company has announced that on Sunday, April 4, it will hold its first $1-start no-reserve auction of high-end jewelry, with online bidding through LiveAuctioneers.Continue reading