Gold and opal necklace “Cassiopeia”

This new TransfÓ or transformation signed ÓNÍSÌ PARIS is a nineteenth century tie pin in 18 carat gold converted into a necklace. The latter consists of an exceptional 2-carat white opal cabochon mounted on a shimmering cable link chain. The translucent stone with its multicoloured blue-green, red-orange and yellow reflections presents a captivating and constantly changing play of colour. A sublime and rare piece, a testament to ancient know-how. Note a very slight dent in the stone on the lower right edge.

Necklace Length: 42.5cm

Dimensions of the central piece: 1cm x 0.6cm

Weight: 2.33g

Gold hallmark 750

The story: Opal is a fascinating gemstone, known for its unique play of colors, often referred to as “opalescence.” These iridescent colors result from the diffraction of light through their internal structure. They can display a wide range of colours, the most popular being bright flashes of red, green and blue. Historically, opal was highly valued by the ancient Romans, who believed that it contained the beauty of all gemstones. In the Middle Ages, opal was considered a symbol of good luck and was believed to have prophetic powers.