"Lola Peru" Necklace (Blue-Green Peruvian Opal, 22k, 18k Gold)

Purchased 30 years ago, when nobody in the jewelry industry knew how rare and valuable Peruvian opal would soon become, these very gemmy translucent beads were hand-cut by the dealer from whom Carolyn bought them at the famed Tucson Gem Fair. Reminiscent of the colors of a Caribbean grotto, 228.4 carats of strikingly beautiful barrel-cut Peruvian opal beads glow in a single strand, punctuated by handmade saucer-shaped 22k beads--a perfectly beachy compliment to your casual wear. Fastened securely with an 18k yellow gold toggle clasp, this "Lola Peru" necklace has an optional matching bracelet, earrings, and ring (pictured below), making a one-of-a-kind Suite.