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1.50 Ct. Crystal Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K2042 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 9.76 Width: 13.75 Height: 1.93 |
Weight: | 1.50 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Medium Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Fancy |
Cut: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $1,130 |
Introducing a truly captivating gemstone from The Natural Gemstone Company: a stunning semi-transparent 1.50 carat fancy shape opal that originates from the renowned opal fields of Australia. With dimensions measuring 9.76 x 13.75 x 1.93 mm, this opal is the epitome of elegance and sophistication. Carefully crafted into an exquisite tablet cut, this opal boasts a balance of symmetry and proportion that enhances its mesmerizing appearance. The artistry of its cut also maximizes the color play unique to opals, allowing the viewer to appreciate the varied hues as they shift—truly a spectacle of nature's artistry. Our focus on the excellent polish ensures that every facet glimmers, showcasing the opal's natural beauty to its fullest extent.
The allure of this opal lies particularly in its unique and striking inclusions, which provide its unmistakable signature. Inclusions are typically regarded as marks of distinction within gemstones, offering insight into their intricate formation processes. This opal possesses a clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level. This indicates that although it has minor inclusions, they do not significantly detract from the opal’s overall brilliance and transparency, instead adding character to its enchanting play of color. The presence of these subtle inclusions is what lends this opal its individuality, making each appearance a distinctive one. Every change in viewing angle encourages the observer to dive deeper into its swirling landscapes and unearthly depths—a theatrical display orchestrated naturally over millions of years beneath the Earth.
This opal also stands out thanks to its medium intense color intensity, a characteristic garnered through the interplay of light within its semi-transparent internal structure. Whether viewed in direct sunlight, under soft store lighting, or in the glow of evening illumination, the gem presents an ever-evolving palette of multi-colored reflections. The brilliance of blues, greens, oranges, and occasional red flashes offer an entrancing dance across the stone's surface, riveting and holding the onlooker's attention. The exceptional hues found in this opal represent its rich Australian heritage as the opal is sourced from regions renowned for producing some of the world's most colorful and vibrant opals. Such origins contribute to the intrinsic value and desirability of the stone, greatly appreciated by experienced gem enthusiasts and collectors.
For the educated buyer, this beautiful Australian opal symbolizes more than just an adornment; it encapsulates the story of Earth's natural wonders shaped over time. Its exceptional polish borne from skilled craftsmanship complements the stone's inherent features, making it a treasured piece destined to be admired for generations. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we have meticulously curated this gem to emphasize its unparalleled natural beauty, offering a genuine piece of geological art. This opal is an investment, a testament to nature's creativity, and a statement of style for those who appreciate the subtle nuances of a truly extraordinary gemstone.
