[Jewelry making - Article 00012] - Re: [Orchid] Opal Setting?

[jmarotti]

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>     I have been recently told that the best quality opal gems are never
>     set in jewelry for fear of stress fractures and damage from wear.

    I have a collection of some 50 beautiful Opals from around the
    world, all mounted in gorgeous hand-fabricated 14k rings and
    pendants.   These are VERY expensive stones that were collected and
    set by one individual, and range from 1912 to 1945.  Almost all are
    bezel set.  They have absolutely no crazing or problems of any sort,
    and have surely passed the test of time. 

    Please don't feel stupid.  The bezel setting is the safest, and I
    think they should be set and worn.  A fine stone languishing in a
    safe is enjoyed and appreciated by no one.  Use common sense - no
    gardening or auto mechanics while wearing it. 

    Jim Marotti Lancaster, TN   

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