{"product_id":"18ct-gold-oval-opal-diamond-halo-studs","title":"18CT GOLD OVAL OPAL \u0026 DIAMOND HALO STUDS","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"374\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLadies, gents, and anyone who appreciates jewellery that glows rather than shouts — allow me to introduce a pair of earrings that manage to be ethereal, elegant, and quietly smug about it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"707\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are \u003cstrong data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"436\"\u003eNatural Oval Opal \u0026amp; Diamond Halo Stud Earrings\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in \u003cstrong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e18ct Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they are the definition of timeless. Not “timeless because it’s beige and safe,” but timeless because they were gorgeous a century ago and will still be gorgeous when your future self is dramatically passing them down with a backstory.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt the centre of each stud sits a \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"764\"\u003enatural oval Opal cabochon\u003c\/strong\u003e, alive with that unmistakable inner fire — flashes of milk, flame, and magic — surrounded by a \u003cstrong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"913\"\u003ehalo of sparkling G–H colour, SI clarity Diamonds\u003c\/strong\u003e that do exactly what Diamonds should do: reflect light, elevate everything, and quietly announce that you’ve arrived.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey’re dainty, yes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBut make no mistake — they know what they’re doing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e💎 Why Opal \u0026amp; Diamond Is a Power Couple\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOpal is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eOctober birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditionally symbolising \u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003ehope, purity, and love\u003c\/strong\u003e — which makes these earrings a frankly excellent choice for:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Weddings\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Anniversaries\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Milestone birthdays\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Or “I survived this year” self-gifting\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOpals are unique among gemstones because they \u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003econtain water\u003c\/strong\u003e (between 3% and 20%), which is why no two ever look the same — and why they glow rather than sparkle. They measure \u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e5.5–6.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them precious, not indestructible, and deserving of a little respect. (As are we all.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiamonds, meanwhile, need no introduction. They are:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e• The hardest gemstone on earth (Mohs 10)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Made entirely of carbon\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• The birthstone for April\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• And the traditional gift for the 10th, 30th, 60th and 75th anniversaries\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey sparkle. They promise. They behave impeccably at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTogether?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOpal and Diamond are softness and strength. Mystery and certainty. Poetry with excellent punctuation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e✨ The Details (Because You’re Sensible and Like Facts)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18ct Gold\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eTotal Item Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 grams\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eOpal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.91ct\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eDiamond Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3ct\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003eGemstones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Oval Opal with Diamond Halo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eDiamond Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e G–H colour, SI clarity\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dainty, handmade stud earrings\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003eBirthstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e October (Opal)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eOccasion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wedding, anniversary, birthday, or everyday elegance\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautifully gift-ready (zero panic wrapping required)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear — these are studs you’ll put on in the morning and forget you’re wearing, until someone compliments you and you casually say, “Oh, these?”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e💍 Care Notes (Because Opals Are Delicate Souls)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOpals are softer gemstones and appreciate a gentler lifestyle:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Avoid knocks, chemicals, and prolonged dryness - put them on after your perfume\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Remove before swimming, showering, or aggressive housekeeping\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Store separately to prevent scratches\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3154\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTreat them kindly, and they’ll glow for decades.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHIPPING\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3449\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYes, darlings, I dispatch as soon as my little hands can package your treasure — but remember, I’m a boutique, not Bezos. If I have your piece to hand, it will be dispatched the same day, but the vast majority comes to me first from my wondrous silver and goldsmiths on order.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3553\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3467\"\u003eUK Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3470\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eExpect your sparkles in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003e5–7 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e. Think of it as foreplay for the soul.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3555\" data-end=\"3717\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3555\" data-end=\"3582\"\u003eInternational Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3585\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnywhere from \u003cstrong data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3623\"\u003e5 to 30 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on customs, the mood of your postal service, and whether Mercury is in retrograde.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3724\" data-end=\"3742\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCustoms Policy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3882\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eImport duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or the shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"4084\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are not in the UK, please check with your local customs authority to determine these additional costs before buying. These charges are normally collected by the freight company delivering the item or when you collect the item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4086\" data-end=\"4181\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4086\" data-end=\"4181\"\u003eORDER CANCELLATION OR REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED DUE TO UNPAID CUSTOM DUTIES BY THE BUYER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4204\" data-end=\"4494\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4501\" data-end=\"4622\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese earrings don’t shout.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4528\" data-end=\"4531\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey glow.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4541\" data-end=\"4544\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey sparkle responsibly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4569\" data-end=\"4572\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd they quietly suggest you have excellent taste.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4651\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhich, frankly, you do. ✨💎\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Christine Alexander Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57297555095936,"sku":"E0359\/OD","price":1189.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2776\/8900\/files\/JN18E183.jpg?v=1769209584","url":"https:\/\/christinealexander.co.uk\/products\/18ct-gold-oval-opal-diamond-halo-studs","provider":"Christine Alexander Fine Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}