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1.17 Ct. Crystal Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K1601 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 8.83 Width: 8.96 Height: 2.12 |
Weight: | 1.17 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Medium Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $620 |
The beauty and allure of opals have been celebrated throughout history, with this particular variety hailing from Australia—a region renowned for producing the finest opals in the world. The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present a unique and captivating example of nature's artistry: a stunning 1.17 carat multi-color opal, characterized by its translucent brilliance and mesmerizing play of color. Opals have been cherished since antiquity for their ability to reflect a spectrum of colors in a uniquely iridescent manner, reminiscent of famous historical gemstones such as the fabled Black Opal housed in the Smithsonian or the esteemed Flame Queen, a masterpiece of natural design.
Distinguished by its dimensions of 8.83 x 8.96 x 2.12 mm, this round opal features the tablet cut—a less common but artistically intriguing faceting style that enhances the gemstone's surface area, inviting light to interact with its structure in enchanting ways. This style, reminiscent of ancient Roman and Greek carvings, is praised for its ability to display the stone's inner hues with clarity and grace, akin to the faceting techniques applied to stones such as the Cullinan Diamond. The opal places the beholder at the enchanting intersection of history and craft, as the tablet cut enhances its naturally iridescent colors.
The clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, ensures that the opal maintains a pristine appearance, allowing its inherent characteristics to shine through without distraction. This lightly included nature adds a touch of authenticity and individuality to the gemstone, much like the fabled Indian Hope Diamond, which is celebrated not despite its intricacies, but precisely because of them. Here, the inclusions are insignificantly visible without magnification, offering a testament to the opal's natural formation.
The jewel's medium intense color intensity captivates with a lively dance of hues—a spectacle of pastel tones that refract light into a stunning opalescent display. This chromatic vivacity makes every gaze a new experience, reminiscent of the all-encompassing prismatic glow of gems like Louis XIV's French Blue. The interplay of colors evokes an image of a sun-drenched sky at twilight; there is a celestial elegance about each shift and gleam that is entrusted solely to nature.
Moreover, this opal is bestowed with an impeccable polish, ensuring that its surface is flawless to the touch and eye alike. Expert craftsmen polish each angle and face to an impeccable standard, enhancing the gemstone's natural lustrous essence. This level of craftsmanship recalls that seen with ancient jewelry—treasures steeped in regal prestige, like the Peacock Throne's opulent displays. Our dedication to artistry and tradition at The Natural Gemstone Company ensures that our opals are not just gemstones, but creations of timeless appeal and heirloom quality.
New owners of this exquisite Australian opal will find themselves the custodians of a storied gem, rooted in a rich tradition spanning ages. Drawing on the historical significance and natural uniqueness that similar gemstones have exemplified, this opal from The Natural Gemstone Company balances history with extraordinary beauty, providing a perfect merge of antique noble allure and modern elegance.
