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1.08 Ct. Cabochon Black Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K16890 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 11.05 Width: 6.07 Height: 2.46 |
Weight: | 1.08 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $2,320 |
This 1.08 carat black opal from Australia stands apart from the common white and crystal opals you see on the market, its opaque body delivering a dramatic canvas for intense multi color play that catches light from every angle, the oval shape measuring 11.05 by 6.07 by 2.46 millimeters and the cabochon cut chosen to maximize the stone's luminous flashes. Compared to treated or doublet opals, this natural Australian black opal offers uncompromised authenticity, no enhancement, and an excellent polish that speaks to careful lapidary work, the clarity graded as very slightly included at eye level which is common in fine opals but less visible than in many commercial stones. The depth of color intensity in this piece creates a stronger visual impact than lighter opals, making it the superior option for a statement ring or a focused pendant setting, and the compact, well proportioned dimensions make it versatile for custom designs while preserving the gem's color concentration.
Owning this black opal from The Natural Gemstone Company is both an aesthetic pleasure and a considered investment in beauty and craftsmanship, this stone combines rarity of natural, untreated material with the skilled cutting and polishing that transforms raw opal into a wearable treasure. Compared with mass produced gemstones, an intense, unenhanced Australian black opal typically holds value better over time because its body tone and play of color are intrinsic properties rather than the result of treatment, artisans and collectors alike prize such stones for their uniqueness and potential for appreciation. When set by an experienced jeweler, the durable cabochon profile will showcase sustained brilliance in daily wear, the stone will pass through generations as an heirloom and a smart portfolio addition for anyone who values tangible assets with aesthetic appeal. Choosing this piece from The Natural Gemstone Company means choosing provenance, meticulous quality control, and a gemstone whose visual performance and long term desirability outclass many alternatives on the market.
