Opal and Rock Crystal Necklace

Thirty-four solid opal beads totaling approximately 680.00 carats line the length of this eye-catching necklace. The graduated gems are an impressive size and perfectly matched, with each exhibiting a high level of translucence and a rainbow of colors. Opals are not cut into beads very often, as they are usually found in thin layers, and bigger deposits are exceptionally rare. Cutting the round structure also creates a great deal of excess– about 90% of the rough opal is cut away to create just one bead. To find 34 matching beads of this size and exceptional quality is extraordinary beyond compare. Opals are truly the stuff of legend. It was the Romans who first classified the black opal as a precious gemstone, believing that it was a source of good fortune. Since that time, the black opal has found its way into the crown jewels of many nations, including the Holy Roman Empire...

Thirty-three monumental Ethiopian opal beads totaling approximately 436.00 carats comprise this mesmerizing necklace. The graduated gems are not only im...

This striking and rare Pre-Columbian gold necklace was crafted by the Sinu people of Colombia. The figural beads represent coatimundi, a much adored pet in many Pre-Columbian societi...

This exquisite hammered 18k yellow gold necklace exemplifies modern elegance, adorned with 422 pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds. The diamonds, totaling approximately 8.80 carats...

An opal, lapis lazuli and rock crystal bead necklace with a diamond set clasp This Art Deco inspired bead necklace features the bold colour palate evocative of a golden period in je...

Genuine Swirl Carved Frosted Rock Crystal Beaded Necklace with Beautiful Mother of Pearl Toggle Clasp The length of the necklace is 17 inches (43 cm). The size of the swirl-carved beads is 18 mm. The beads are like frozen smooth ice on a river. In ancient times, rock crystal was considered magic ice forever frozen, which would never melt again. Rock crystal is one of the most amazing gems in the world. It has its own symbolic history: the most expensive Easter egg for the collection of Emperor Nicholas...

Striking and unique single strand necklace of segmented rock crystal druzy flanked with satin finished rock crystal rondelles. Alternating stations of wh...

This is a spectacular Gem Set Necklace composed of two strands of beautiful natural Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Opal and Jadeite beads. The necklace is guaranteed to be from the estate ...