Spiral Necklace with Opal Triplet

A curl of sterling silver gathers around a small pool of color. Handmade in the workshop, this open spiral pendant frames an Australian opal triplet, alive with flashes of blue and green. Its flowing lines keep the design simple, giving the opal room to catch the light.

An opal triplet combines a thin slice of natural opal with a dark backing and a clear protective cap. The backing brings out the opal’s shifting play of color, while the cap protects the delicate layer beneath. It is a layered gemstone rather than a solid piece of opal.

The pendant measures 1" high × .75" wide and includes an 18" sterling silver curb chain.