What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stone set on ring given to friend (4)" mean?

The definition is "Stone". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). O (abbreviation="ring") + PAL (abbreviation="friend") = OPAL; definition: "Stone" The answer is OPAL.

Stone set on ring given to friend (4)

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