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Above the Fold Australian Opal Earrings

Above the Fold Australian Opal Earrings

Regular price $4,325.00
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Angular, architectural, and bound by the tension of a perfectly executed crease, these Australian Opal Earrings capture the moment ancient artistry meets modern design. A rare find, these crystalline nuggets are a visual metaphor for the clever geometry of origami—a crossover where the mathematical precision of a fold meets the raw, untamed beauty of the earth. Hand-selected for their architectural nature, these crystal opals feature anomalous nuggets cut with angled facets that catch and reveal the light like a secret unfolding. Each plane displays a multi-dimensional play-of-color—electric blues and neon greens, sunset pinks, and ethereal violets—that feels both precise and organic all at once.

Custom-built to secure the unique geometry of the opal stones, the mountings form gold walls topped with pave diamonds along select edges of the holographic stones. Claw prongs follow the natural topography of the opals, forging an aesthetic that blends raw stone with refined metal and allows the opals glow from their encasings. These luxury earrings embody the spirit of the modern innovation—fresh, intentional, and infused with brilliance.

MATERIALS

• Metal: 14k Yellow Gold with Polish Finish

• Stones: 2.36ct Crystal Opals from Lightning Ridge, Australia and .06ct Diamonds.

• We use natural gemstones, and some inclusions and slight variations from stone to stone should be expected. The subtle differences in each piece are part of what makes it beautiful and uniquely yours.

SHIPPING

• Some of our items are made to order or require resizing, so please allow for the necessary turnaround time (up to 4-6 weeks; sooner whenever possible).

• See our Ready To Ship Section for in-stock items.

DIMENSIONS

• Opal Stud Earrings: approximately 10mm tall x 8mm wide x 5mm deep

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• Caring For Your Jewelry:
Fine jewelry is delicate and should be treated with care. Avoiding any chemical exposures (ie: chlorine, lotion, etc…) and removing your jewelry during rigorous activity (ie: exercise or gardening) or at times of potential impact is advised. Please contact us at hello@nixinjewelry.com for assistance if your stone is loose or your setting is catching.

• Cleaning Your Jewelry:
Soft and or porous stones such as (solid) Opals, Turquoise, or even Pearls, can be cleaned with a soft toothbrush and warm soapy water. Diamonds are harder, but not impervious to damage — the care instructions above are safe to apply. Unless specifically recommended by us, we advise against the use of chemical cleaners on your NIXIN Jewelry. Avoid ultrasonic devices with soft and porous gemstones as well as pave. Have your jewelry professionally cleaned as needed.

• Opal Jewelry Cleaner:
We do offer a gentle cleaning agent on-site that is safe to use on most jewelry (including Opals), though we always recommend testing a small area prior to doing a full cleaning. We offer a bottle version of our foaming NIXIN Jewelry Cleaner to handle your jewelry cleaning at home and a Jewelry Cleaning Pen you can fit in your purse and take with you wherever you go.

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