{"product_id":"firelight-sunburst-ethiopian-fire-opal-diamond-halo-stud-earrings-in-14k-gold","title":"Firelight \u0026 Sunburst | Ethiopian Opal \u0026 Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14k Gold","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTruly exceptional for their brightness, warmth, and sizable presence, this pair of Ethiopian opal stud earrings features two oval cut stones that glow with vibrant red colors not quite capturable by a camera; orange, yellow, and green overtones roll through the smoky-orange body color, further complemented by subtle purple undertones when viewed in the light.  Combined, these opals weigh an estimated total of 3.16 carats.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA halo of VS-clarity diamonds surrounds each opal, with both earrings together weighing a combined estimated total of 0.32 carat.  From the top of the diamond halo to the bottom, each earring measures roughly 0.6 inch long by 0.5 inch wide, impactful for simple studs.  \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTheir construction is far from lightweight; together, including their jumbo-sized 14k yellow gold push-backs, the pair weighs 5.45 grams.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIt is worth noting that though secure, one opal rattles gently in its setting; this is true to the design's original manufacture and not uncommon or cause for alarm with prong-set opals, where capturing visual design aesthetic without applying unnecessary pressure to the stone is the priority.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSimilar to pearls, Ethiopian opals are to be worn with care—due to their hydrophane nature (meaning that they are porous and absorbant of liquids and chemicals that may cause their appearance to change unpredictably), it is suggested to not wet your Ethiopian opal earrings, removing them before bathing and applying hairspray or perfume.  Additionally, chemical jewelry cleaners should be avoided.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Information...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Center Stones: \u003c\/b\u003eNatural Fire Opal, solid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eestimated total carat weight: 3.16ct (combined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eorigin: Wollo Province, Ethiopia, Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage brightness of color play: B3.5 of 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebody tone(s): N\/A — smoky-orange body color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshape: oval cabochons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage stone measurements (millimeters): 10.03mm x 8.06mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage stone measurements (inches): 0.4\" x 0.3\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecolor play description: predominantly red with green\/orange\/yellow overtones and purple undertones\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Accent Stones: \u003c\/strong\u003eDiamond, natural\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estone count: 24 total (12 in each earring)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eestimated total carat weight: 0.32ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecut: Standard Round Brilliant Cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage clarity grade: VS2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage color grade: G-H-I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Settings: \u003c\/strong\u003eHalo Design Stud Earrings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emetal: 14k yellow gold, solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efriction-back posts with heavy duty, jumbo-sized butterfly push-backs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage earring length: 15.01mm (0.6\"\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage earring width: 12.92mm (0.5\"\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaverage thickness of posts: 0.78mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecombined pair weight (including backs): 5.45 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"OpalPop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48517154242772,"sku":"Firelight \u0026 Sunburst","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/9311\/9444\/files\/ethiopian-opal-diamond-halo-stud-earrings.jpg?v=1787540840","url":"https:\/\/opalpop.com\/products\/firelight-sunburst-ethiopian-fire-opal-diamond-halo-stud-earrings-in-14k-gold","provider":"OpalPop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}