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Product Image: Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring | October Birthstone | Electroformed Silver | Made to Order
Product Image: Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring | October Birthstone | Electroformed Silver | Made to Order
Product Image: Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring | October Birthstone | Electroformed Silver | Made to Order
Product Image: Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring | October Birthstone | Electroformed Silver | Made to Order
Product Image: Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring | October Birthstone | Electroformed Silver | Made to Order

Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring | October Birthstone | Electroformed Silver | Made to Order

$265.00

Sold By: Blackbird & Sage Studio SKU: N/A Category:

Description

Raw Ethiopian opal, each stone shifting through orange, gold, and green depending on the angle, arranged in a V and set in electroformed silver. The bright silver keeps the setting neutral and lets the fire in each stone do its own work. The oxidized recesses between cups frame each stone individually, giving the play of color room to read clearly.

Opal is associated with creativity, inspiration, and emotional depth. It is the birthstone for October. Wear it when you want something that catches the eye without announcing itself.

Why Ethiopian Opal

Ethiopian opals are hydrophane opals, meaning they are porous and can absorb water, which temporarily changes their appearance. They are mined primarily in the Wollo Province of Ethiopia and are known for their vivid, full-spectrum fire on a white or crystal base. Unlike Australian opals, Ethiopian opals often display color with a brightness and transparency that is visible even in raw, unpolished form. It is the birthstone for October. No mystical claims. Just one of the most visually complex stones on earth.

Raw Ethiopian Opal Chevron Ring: Materials & Specifications

  • Stone: Raw Ethiopian opal, white to crystal base with play of color in orange, gold, and green. Natural unpolished surface. Stones arranged in a V-chevron shape.
  • Stone size: Approximately 3 to 5mm each
  • Stone count: Calibrated by ring size, typically 5 to 9 stones. Adjusted so the chevron arc sits flat and comfortable on the finger without wrapping into the finger gap. A size 7 typically carries 7 stones.
  • Setting: Individual electroformed silver cup settings, each stone nestled in its own formed cup with organic oxidized texture
  • Metal: Electroformed copper base finished through multiple passes in a professional silver bath, building a thick, durable electroformed silver layer. Oxidized recesses between stone cups for depth and contrast.
  • Band: Thin delicate electroformed band with multi-layer electroformed silver finish
  • Collection: Birthstone Chevron Ring Collection
  • Origin: Handcrafted in Santa Fe, New Mexico

How This Handmade Opal Ring Is Made

Each stone is hand-selected for fire and character before the ring is built up around it through an electrolytic copper electroforming process. The copper grows directly around each stone, creating a setting completely unique to each piece. The chevron shape is formed by hand, then passed through the silver bath multiple times to build up a thick electroformed silver layer. The recessed areas are oxidized for contrast and depth.

A Note on Stone Variation

Ethiopian opal is a natural stone and each piece will vary significantly in color play, base tone, and pattern. Your ring will be similar in character to the one shown but entirely one of a kind. Note: as hydrophane opals, these stones can temporarily absorb water and may appear cloudy when wet. This is normal and reverses as they dry.

Care

Ethiopian opal is porous and should be kept away from prolonged water exposure, oils, and chemical cleaners. Remove before swimming, bathing, or applying lotions and perfumes. Store dry. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners. A light buff with a silver polishing cloth will restore the bright silver surfaces if desired.

Gift Packaging

Ships gift-ready in natural packaging with a handwritten note card. Add a personal message in the order notes at checkout.

Shipping & Returns

  • Processing: Made to order, approximately one week.
  • Shipping: USPS First Class with tracking.
  • Returns: 30 days, unworn, in original packaging. Buyer pays return shipping.

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Shipping Policy

SHIPPING POLICY

Pieces at Blackbird & Sage Studio are handcrafted in Santa Fe, some are made to order. Below are some of the current processing times before the piece is ready to ship.
  • Ready Made items ship out in 1 - 3 business days - these include most necklaces, beaded bracelets, ready made and ready to ship rings, & key chains.
  • Made to Order items ship in about a week - these are most rings, & some earrings & necklaces.
  • Bracelets and detailed pieces are more labor intensive and require a longer production time - they generally ship out in 7 - 14 days but check the listing for specific processing and shipping dates.
  • Processing times are generally listed in each item description.
All orders will be shipped with an accompanying tracking number.   DOMESTIC (US) ORDERS
  • Free Shipping - Orders over $75 are sent USPS First Class Ground Advantage at no charge.
  • Shipping - Orders under $75 are charged by weight. Methods and rates vary and chosen by the customer at checkout.
  • Upgraded Shipping - Available at checkout. Rates are automatically calculated by the shipping carrier so you are never overcharged for shipping.
ORDERS & ADDRESSES All orders are shipped to the address that you provide. Please verify your address carefully during checkout. For those instances where a purchase has been made but the shipping address is incorrect, please send a message to hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com ASAP. For your protection, your order will be cancelled and refunded so that you can reorder with the correct address.

Refund Policy

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address: 245 Casados St, Apt A, Santa Fe, NM, 87501. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. Return shipping labels incur a flat rate of $5. You can always contact us for any return question at hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com.
Return Rules: 
Returns accepted for 30 days
$5.00 flat rate return shipping
No restocking fee
Damages and issues Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right. Exceptions / non-returnable items Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on custom made, custom commission, sale items or gift cards. Made-to-order items from standard listings are eligible for return. Custom commissions, specific stone requests, and special orders are non-returnable. Exchanges The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item. If items from a promotional bundle are returned, the order may be recalculated without the promotional discount.   European Union 14 day cooling off period Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. Refunds We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too. If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com.

Cancellation / Return / Exchange Policy

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address: 245 Casados St, Apt A, Santa Fe, NM, 87501. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. Return shipping labels incur a flat rate of $5. You can always contact us for any return question at hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com.
Return Rules: 
Returns accepted for 30 days
$5.00 flat rate return shipping
No restocking fee
Damages and issues Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right. Exceptions / non-returnable items Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on custom made, custom commission, sale items or gift cards. Made-to-order items from standard listings are eligible for return. Custom commissions, specific stone requests, and special orders are non-returnable. Exchanges The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item. If items from a promotional bundle are returned, the order may be recalculated without the promotional discount.   European Union 14 day cooling off period Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. Refunds We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too. If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at hello@blackbirdsagestudio.com.

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