Opals Down Under unveils The Charis Opal Pendant
May 7, 2008
Update: Opals Down Under is pleased to report that the Charis charity pendant has been sold for an undisclosed amount. Read the full article
Capturing the essence of Australia, Opals Down Under are proud to unveil the Charis Opal Pendant – a divine piece of wearable art – designed, cut and created on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
Featuring a truly unique 9.10ct Queensland Boulder Opal with brilliant blues, emerald greens, and splashes of bright red and orange, the Charis Opal Pendant is set in 18k White and Yellow gold and was handcrafted by master jeweller Brian Richards.
This stunning pendant shows off an impressive 108 Diamonds (1 x 0.53ct G VS2 diamond, 1 x 0.13ct G VS diamond, 1 x 0.06ct G SI diamond, 12 x 0.015ct G SI diamond, 93 small G SI diamonds at a total of 0.85ct) totalling 1.75 carats, which beautifully complement the bold, rich colours of the Queensland Boulder Opal.
The pendant, developed by Opals Down Under’s Scott Coggan, has been designed to fully enhance the natural beauty of the Queensland Boulder Opal. A ‘sandspot’ – a natural flaw in the stone – has been carefully cut out and been replaced with a G SI Diamond, adding to the intricate beauty of the pendant.
The Charis Opal Pendant has now been made available to the public, with a retail price of AUD$29,900.
Further information on the Charis
The exquisite Charis Opal Pendant, created by Opals Down Under, has been sold for an undisclosed amount, with proceeds dedicated to Australian charity Family Challenge for the rehabilitation of war affected children in Northern Uganda.
This amazing piece of jewellery was designed by Opals Down Under's Scott Coggan and crafted by master jeweller Brian Richards. The exquisite piece features a 9.10ct top quality boulder opal, and a total of 108 diamonds. The Charis Opal Pendant has a certified independent value of AUD $29,900.
For more information about the charities, visit the Family Challenge or The Frontline websites.
Download the information pack (pdf, 1.9mb)
Details:
- 18k White & Yellow gold combination setting
- Total 108 diamonds (weight: 1.75 carats)
- 1 x 0.53ct G VS2 diamond
- 1 x 0.13ct G VS diamond
- 1 x 0.06ct G SI diamond
- 12 x 0.015ct G SI diamond
- 93 small G SI diamonds at a total of 0.85ct
- Pendant dimensions: 44.0 x 26.2mm
- 1 x Queensland Boulder Opal
- Weight: 9.10ct
- Origin: Quilpie, Queensland, Australia
- Stone dimensions: 22.0 x 12.3mm
- Shape: Freeshape, low cabochon
- Transparency: Opaque
- Pattern: Broad rolling flash / floral
- Colours: Green, orange, yellow, blue, red.
- Brightness: Brilliant