7.04 Ct. Multi Color Cabochon Crystal Opal (Jelly Opal) from Australia

This translucent 7.04 carat oval Crystal Opal, Jelly Opal, measures 16.01 x 11.01 x 6.32 mm and has been executed in a classical cabochon cutting style. The cutter has calibrated the dome height to these proportions to maximize the face up play of color while preserving structural integrity, producing a well balanced height to table ratio that reduces lamination risk and improves lapidary stability. The oval outline is symmetrical with an even perimeter contour and a consistent dome curvature, and the excellent polish across the crown and base yields low surface scattering and high light return. Body transparency is distinctly translucent, permitting light transmission deep into the stone which accentuates internal diffraction from the silica sphere lattice, and the overall color intensity is described as intense rather than muted, reflecting both high saturation and strong brightness. This piece is natural with no enhancement, and its Australian origin is consistent with the superior crystal clarity and play of color associated with that provenance.

Optically the gem displays a multi color play dominated by vivid greens and electric blues, with secondary flashes of violet and occasional warmer flecks that appear under oblique illumination, producing a dynamic, three dimensional effect. The pattern reads as a combination of broadflash areas with interspersed small mosaic patches which creates attractive movement across the oval table when the stone is tilted, a quality that benefits both collector grade and designer uses. At 6.32 mm thickness the cabochon is substantial enough for secure settings, making it well suited to bezel mounts that protect the perimeter, or to low profile prong work for a sleeker presentation, and it will perform well in rings, pendants, and bespoke pieces. Recommended care is conservative, avoiding rapid temperature changes, prolonged exposure to solvents, and ultrasonic cleaning, and storing separately to prevent abrasion. Offered by The Natural Gemstone Company this Crystal Opal, Jelly Opal, is presented as an untreated, hand finished specimen ideal for buyers who prioritize provenance, cutting precision, and intense natural play of color.