Caitlin Mociun: Opal Jewelry Spotlight
A few months ago we rushed an opal to New York for a special commission. Here are the results and what a beautiful piece of opal jewelry it is. Brooklyn designer and jeweler Caitlin Mociun has created a classic pendant which, in my opinion, honors the Victorians who really loved opal. It has a vintage feel but with a totally modern twist. You can see more of Caitlin’s work here and I am sure she would be happy discuss any custom requests you have. The opal used is 6.53cts and is set in yellow gold with black diamonds.
Caitlin Mociun 6.53ct opal pendant close up web 
Caitlin Mociun 6.53ct opal pendant web Opal Jewelry design presents a unique challenge in my opinion. How do you showcase the opal – which has lots of colors and is quite “busy” and balance the setting which needs to be protective and robust – considering the relative hardness of opal? Of course matching it with white diamonds has always been the most straightforward but what about other colored gemstones? I think Caitlins use of black diamond works fabulously as a contrast to the black opal.
What are your thoughts? How do you like to see opal set?
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