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1.24 Ct. White Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K2559 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 11.19 Width: 9.2 Height: 1.92 |
Weight: | 1.24 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Light |
Clarity: help | Eye Clean |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Tablet |
Cutting style: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $200 |
One translucent White Opal, 1.24 carat, oval shape, presents a refined and balanced appearance suitable for a variety of jewelry applications. The gem measures 11.19 millimeters by 9.20 millimeters by 1.92 millimeters, and features a tablet cut that yields a gently flattened dome across the surface. The tablet silhouette emphasizes the internal play of color while maintaining a low profile suitable for comfortable daily wear. The polish is excellent, producing a smooth, reflective surface that enhances light return and the visual impact of color flashes. The overall body tone is light, providing a classic white opal foundation that allows multiple spectral colors to emerge, and the finish is consistent across the pavilion and crown areas.
Clarity is graded as eye clean, evaluated at eye level, indicating that no inclusions or disruptions are visible without magnification under standard viewing conditions. The opal displays a delicate multi color play of color, with green, blue, and occasional red and orange flashes that shift with changes in angle and illumination. Because the body is translucent rather than opaque, the color play appears to float within the gem, offering depth and subtle internal movement. The opal is natural, with no enhancements, and its country of origin is Australia, a source known for producing high quality white opal material. These characteristics combine to provide a gem with authentic optical charm, consistent surface quality, and documented origin.
From a practical perspective, the tablet cut and the gem proportions are well suited to bezel settings, low profile prong arrangements, and pendant mountings where protection and gentle exposure to light enhance the visual effect. The size and weight provide a noticeable presence without dominating the design, making this opal versatile for both contemporary and classic settings. As a hydrated silica, opal requires mindful care, since hardness typically ranges around 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale and the material can be sensitive to sudden temperature changes and harsh chemicals. Cleaning is best accomplished with a soft cloth and a mild solution of lukewarm water and gentle soap, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaning, and chemical detergents. When not worn, store the opal separately in a soft pouch or a lined jewelry box to prevent abrasion.
The Natural Gemstone Company affirms that the information provided reflects visual and instrumental evaluation at the time of description, and measurements and weight are recorded to the stated precision. Photographic images are intended to represent the gem accurately, however actual appearance may vary slightly with lighting conditions and monitor display. Documentation regarding origin, enhancement status, and clarity grading accompanies the item, and additional imagery or video can be provided upon request for closer inspection. For professional or custom setting advice, specific mounting recommendations, or further technical details, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company and our gemstone specialists will assist with precise guidance.
