Fire Opal, Near Colorless Diamond and Black Diamond Ring, Sifen Chang

The carved fire opal measuring approximately 21.8 by 21.1 mm., framed by round near colorless diamonds weighing approximately 2.00 carats, and round black diamonds weighing approximately 1.30 carats, mounted in 18 karat blackened gold, size 6, maker's mark for Sifen Chang.

Set with 66 black diamonds and 98 round near colorless diamonds of approximate H-I color and VVS clarity. The fire opal exhibits an interesting fire and body color. It has a tumbled, carved, irregular shape. In very good condition.
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