Queensland Boulder Opal Matrix Pendant

Queensland Boulder Opal Matrix Pendant

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Queensland Boulder Opal Matrix Pendant

Queensland boulder opal is among the rarest gemstones in the world, formed within ironstone host rock deep in the Australian outback. This genuine 9.08ct stone displays the dramatic play of color that makes boulder opal so prized: blues, purples, and warm gold tones shifting across the matrix as the light changes. No two stones are alike, and the natural ironstone matrix that runs through this piece is its own. The pendant is bezel set in sterling silver, with a Celtic Starlight knot bail and 18k yellow gold granule accents at the setting transition.

MATERIALS & CRAFTSMANSHIP
Handcrafted in sterling silver at Walker Metalsmiths in Andover, NY. Genuine 9.08ct Queensland boulder opal matrix stone. Starlight knot bail with 18k yellow gold accents. Measures 1 1/2" (38mm) tall by 1/2" (12mm) wide. Includes an 18" medium rolo chain.

Related pieces:
Boulder Opal and Heart Knot Pendant
Boulder Opal and Citrine Bar Pendant
Boulder Opal Pine Pendant
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How It's Made: Lost Wax Casting

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Shipping & Delivery

Free US shipping on orders over $100. Orders under $100 ship for $12.

We ship within 48 hours on business days from our Andover, NY workshop. USPS Priority (3-7 business days) is standard; FedEx and USPS Express upgrades available at checkout. Personalized items take 1-3 extra days; some made-to-order pieces take 1-3 weeks.

International shipping to Canada is $48. Other international orders are not eligible for free shipping.

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Returns & Exchanges

30-day returns on unworn items in new condition. Customer pays return shipping. Exception: special and personalized orders are not refundable.

Exchanges: we cover domestic First Class shipping back to you on your first exchange. Exchanges ship once your return is received.

Free ring sizing within 90 days of purchase (first sizing; not available on sale or discontinued rings).

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Walker's Guarantee

1-year craftsmanship warranty on all Walker Metalsmiths jewelry. Within the first year, we cover manufacturing defects, prong checks, polishing, chain repairs, and normal-wear fixes at no charge.

After the first year, we still service every piece we've ever made; a small fee may apply depending on the repair. All work is done by our own jewelers in Andover, NY.

Not covered: damage from chemicals, chlorine, high-impact use, abusive wear, center-stone damage, or accidental loss.

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Jewelry Care

Store pieces in a clean, dry, closed location (jewelry box, bag, or pouch) to slow tarnishing and prevent scratches.

For sterling silver, lightly wipe with a polishing cloth like the Sunshine Polishing Cloth. For gold, use jewelry-cleaning solutions following manufacturer instructions.

Remove jewelry before swimming, sports, gardening, or using household chemicals. Apply lotions and perfumes before putting jewelry on, not after.

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Sunshine Polishing Cloth
Sunshine Polishing Cloth
$6.00

Made by hand in our Andover, NY workshop

Crafted by Walker Metalsmiths since 1984.

  1. Pouring molten metal into the casting flask
  2. Trimming castings from the sprue tree
  3. Hand-filing the surface smooth
  4. Soldering prong settings
  5. Polishing every detail
  6. Setting the stone by hand
See our lost-wax casting process