0.98 Ct. Semi-Black Opal from Australia

You are being offered an exceptionally rare opportunity to own a truly singular gemstone from The Natural Gemstone Company, a beautiful translucent 0.98 carat round shape multi color opal, with precise measurements of 9.14 x 9.10 x 1.83 mm, presented in a refined tablet cut that showcases the stone like a tiny work of art. This piece is classified as a Semi-Black Opal, a designation that immediately sets it apart from common opal material, because the subtle dark body tone intensifies the play of color while maintaining a luminous translucency that seems to glow from within. The round shape and tablet cut were chosen with a collector mindset, to maximize surface area and reveal the broad, layered flashes of color that make this specimen so captivating. Origin matters in the world of fine opal, and this gem hails from Australia, the source of some of the most celebrated and collectible opals on the market, which further confirms its pedigree and desirability for discerning connoisseurs.

Under careful examination this opal reveals intense color intensity and an eye clean clarity grade evaluated at eye level, which means that when viewed with the naked eye the surface and interior present no inclusions that distract from its brilliance, while an excellent polish creates a silky touch and mirror like reflections that add to the sensation of depth. The multi color play ranges from vivid greens and electric blues to warm fire red flashes that appear and dance as the stone is tilted, and because this piece has received no enhancement its natural optical phenomena are preserved in pure form, a quality that serious collectors prize above all. The tablet cut enhances the pancake like field of color so that every movement reveals new patches of spectral light, and the semi black body tone anchors those colors so they read with intensity even in softer lighting. At just under one carat this opal sits in a sweet spot for wearable luxury, large enough to make an impact in a bespoke ring or pendant, while still offering the intimacy and uniqueness that collectors seek when building a refined collection of rare stones.

Owning this opal means joining a very small group of clients who have access to The Natural Gemstone Company inventory, a selection curated with an eye for specimens that are both aesthetically breathtaking and technically excellent. This piece is available in strictly limited quantity, in practice only a single example with these measurements and characteristics, which makes it ideal for custom commissions where the gem itself dictates the design, rather than the other way around. We offer tailored services to assist with setting design, metal selection, and secure documentation, and we can provide detailed imagery and lighting demonstrations to help you visualize the final piece before fabrication begins. For collectors seeking investment quality material, the combination of Australian origin, semi black classification, intense play of color, eye clean clarity, excellent polish, tablet cut, and lack of enhancement creates an unusually robust case for long term desirability and potential appreciation. If you would like to reserve this opal or discuss how it might be incorporated into a one of a kind piece, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company and our specialist will guide you through every step, from certification options to bespoke mounting, ensuring that your purchase is as exclusive and considered as the gem itself.