Global Gemology & Appraisals is an NAJA Accredited Gemological Laboratory, owned and operated by one of the gem and jewelry industry's most highly-credentialed experts. Scott Papper is a Graduate Gemologist (GIA), Certified Master Appraiser (NAJA), Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA), Registered Gemologist Appraiser (ISG), and Accredited Senior Gemologist (AGA), to name only a handful. Scott is a fourth generation gem and jewelry professional with experience as an independent appraiser, gemologist, jewelry buyer, pawnbroker, and expert witness. In addition to having performed appraisal services for both private clients and those within the trade, he has also been engaged as a subcontractor to assist with the valuation of jewelry and watches that have been confiscated by US government agencies, including the US Secret Service (USSS), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the US Coast Guard (USCG).
ABOUT THE ITEM
Fire opal is a magnificent gem that is currently only found in 1 location in the entire world: Mexico. Fire opal ranges in color from orange to red, and can be with or without play-of-color.
This magnificent ring features a gem quality red fire opal framed by round brilliant cut diamonds in a platinum setting.
Accompanied by GIA Gemological Report Number 6214072154.
* Please Note: The fire opal has some very light surface abrasions that are extremely difficult to notice without magnification.
