WHAT IS AN OPAL TRIPLET?
A triplet is a slice of natural opal, sandwiched between a quartz cap and a black stone backing. The cap magnifies and protects the opal slice. The backing enhances the natural color of the opal. Because the opal slice is captured in an air tight sandwich, it is generally not subject to cloudiness or cracking. However, the opal triplet should not be subjected to extended periods of water immersion or exposed to strong solvents. WHAT IS ROMAN GLASS? Roman Glass jewelry contains an approximately 2000 year old fragment of glass unearthed from archeological sites in Israel dating back to the time of the Roman Empires’ occupation of the Holy Land. These antiquities were once part of everyday Roman Empire era household items such as wine goblets or bowls. Each fragment of ancient Roman Glass displays a unique patina (luster and flash of color). WHAT IS BYZANTINE INSPIRED JEWELRY? Byzantine-inspired jewelry reflects the rich culture of the 5th Century Byzantine Empire, which was known for its
