What does “edition of 100” mean?+
The Mermaid is released as one hundred individually numbered pairs. Each carries its own number and certificate. When all hundred are claimed, the edition closes permanently — it is never reproduced.
Why is it made to order?+
Each pair is carved, opal-set and hand-finished by a single artisan once you reserve it. This keeps the edition genuinely limited and ensures the piece is made to a standard, not to a quota. Please allow 4–6 weeks.
Will the opal scratch or fade?+
Australian boulder opal is solid, naturally backed stone — far more durable than thin opal doublets. With everyday care it keeps its fire for generations. Each pair includes lifetime re-polishing, and we are always here to refresh it.
Does it come as a set?+
Yes. The Mermaid arrives as a pair set — the opal tail drop and a slender seahorse ear-climber that curls along the upper ear — cradled together in the hand-painted Grotto keepsake box.
Is $195 really the price for something like this?+
Yes. By releasing direct and in small editions, we offer couture-level carving, boulder opal and hand-set diamond at a fraction of traditional fine-jewelry markups. Payment over four instalments is available with Klarna.
What if it isn't right for me?+
Return it within 30 days for a full refund. The keepsake box and certificate are yours to keep, and lifetime re-polishing is included for every owner.
