It might be a pin, it might be a set of ear-rings, it might be a bracelet--" He made no comment, but opened it, revealing a necklace of gold wrought into the form of a grape-vine of the most curious workmanship, with a cluster of leaves artistically carved and arranged as a breastpiece, the center of them formed by a black opal, which shone with an enticing luster.

Lynde knew well enough that Aileen was familiar with many jewels, and that only one of ornate construction and value would appeal to her sense of what was becoming to her.

He watched her face closely while she studied the details of the necklace.
"Isn't it exquisite!" she commented.

"What a lovely opal--what an odd design." She went over the separate leaves.

"You shouldn't be so foolish.