1.43 Ct. Crystal/Jelly Opal from Australia

Millions of years ago, beneath the ancient terrains of what is now known as Australia, a fascinating geological process was unfolding. This process was responsible for the creation of a gemstone that is admired for its captivating beauty today. The opal, specifically a semi-transparent, multi-color variety, was formed through a unique set of conditions that melded time, pressure, and mineral-rich waters. Embedded in the earth's crust, silica spheres began to slowly migrate into cavities and crevices within the subsurface rock layers. As the water levels fluctuated and eventually receded, the silica deposits became gradually dehydrated, resulting in the beautiful opal that is now cherished by gemstone admirers worldwide.

Measuring 11.97 by 7.26 by 2.65 millimeters, this exquisite opal displays a mesmerizing play of color, reminiscent of the changing hues that occur during a sunset or within the depths of the ocean. Its origins are rooted in the esteemed opal-producing regions of Australia, a country renowned for yielding some of the finest opals available. This particular specimen weighs 1.43 carats and exhibits a medium-light color intensity, offering just the right balance of brilliant yet subtle luminescence that enhances its visual appeal. The Natural Gemstone Company proudly presents this remarkable opal, which possesses attributes both ancient and elegant, deserving of attention and admiration.

Designed in a classic oval shape, this opal reflects light at all angles, maximizing its inherent brilliance. The tablet cut of the stone serves to emphasize the opal's natural beauty, showcasing each nuanced flash of color within its structure. Each facet has been meticulously shaped and polished to an excellent degree, which enhances the stone's overall clarity and ensures minimal visual interference. The clarity grade has been evaluated at eye level as very slightly included, illustrating the stone's remarkable purity with just minor inclusions that are typical for such marvels of geological formation. Each inclusion tells its own ancient story, adding character and history to this alluring creation.

This gemstone falls under the category of crystal or jelly opals, known for their semi-transparent nature and entrancing play of light and color. Exhibiting excellent polish, the surface of the opal is smooth and lustrous, mirroring the craftsmanship and attention to detail that The Natural Gemstone Company prides itself on offering. The medium-light intensity within the opal ensures diverse hues, offering a spectrum of colors that change with angles and perspectives, unhindered by translucent cloudiness. It is this complexity and enchanting visual discourse between light and form that make the opal so extraordinarilly unique and valued.

In the rich narrative of how this gemstone came to be, we find links to a time millions of years in the past, when nature's artistry was performed beneath lithosphere where elements converged to create beauty from the ordinary. The resulting opal embodies this heritage with a timeless quality that serves as a testament to the enduring wonders of the natural world. It stands as eloquent proof of the forces of nature's capability to yield treasures that reflect both history and elegance. Welcome this exquisite gemstone from The Natural Gemstone Company into your collection, where it will shine with brilliance borne from the intricate intersection of chance and natural history.