Faux Opal Demi-Parure

This demi-parure features a ring and clip earrings in goldtone metal with absolutely gorgeous faux opal cabachons.  They are unmarked and may actually be contemporary, mass-produced pieces.  For an unsigned, apparently inexpensive costume set, it is absolutely stunning. 

I can tell these are faux opals because they appear to have chips of opals suspended in clear plastic resin.  There are actually tutorials available online (see http://www.catherienarts.com/) on how to make faux opals which include mixing translucent polymer clay with irridescent flakes.  Although these stones are "fake," they are surprisingly beautiful. 

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on http://www.rubylane.com/ is coming soon.

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Catherien Arts. Retrieved 6/9/2011 from http://www.catherienarts.com/tutorial-faux-opal-cabochons/