1.66 Ct. Cabochon White Opal from Australia

This exquisite White Opal from The Natural Gemstone Company is a refined and luminous example of classic Australian opal beauty, it weighs 1.66 carats and presents as an elegant oval shape with measurements of 11.09 x 9.00 x 2.59 mm, it is cut en cabochon to showcase the internal play of color and translucency, and the surface exhibits an excellent polish that allows light to enter and interact with the stone to reveal shifting flashes of color as it moves. The body tone reads as a soft, milky white, which provides a serene canvas for the multi color play that graces this gem, you will see flashes of red and orange that offer warmth, greens that bring a fresh vitality, and cooler flashes of blue and violet that add depth, the interplay of these hues is lively yet subtle because the stone has medium light color intensity, this balance creates an opal that reads as both wearable and eye catching in a range of settings.

From a gemological perspective this oval White Opal is a clean and honest example, the clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, these minor inclusions are natural and do not detract from the overall beauty or durability of the gem, the cabochon cut is ideal for white opal because it maximizes the visible color play and provides a smooth, comfortable profile for jewelry, there has been no enhancement applied to this opal, it is natural and untreated, its Australian origin is significant because Australia remains the premier source for high quality white opal material, collectors and designers often seek Australian opals for their stable cutting standards and distinctive color patterns, the combination of translucency, a well executed cabochon, an excellent polish, and a pleasing distribution of colors makes this stone versatile, it can be set as a striking center stone in a ring, a refined pendant, or as a focal piece in custom artisan work.

When considering this opal from The Natural Gemstone Company think about presentation and care, a setting that protects the girdle and cabochon dome will preserve the polish and prevent surface knocks, opal responds best to gentle cleaning with a soft cloth and warm water, avoid harsh chemicals and prolonged exposure to heat, because this is a natural and untreated White Opal it benefits from occasional humidity control in extremely dry environments to reduce the small risk of crazing over many years, for design recommendations consider warm metal tones to enhance the red and orange flashes, or cool metal tones to emphasize the blues and greens, the 11.09 x 9.00 mm dimensions offer a generous presence without overwhelming a setting, and the 2.59 mm depth provides sufficient material for secure bezel or prong work, as a member of our curated collection this opal is offered with provenance and accurate specification so you can buy with confidence, if you would like additional images at different angles, a short video to view the play of color in motion, or assistance choosing a setting to match your vision, our team at The Natural Gemstone Company is ready to assist, we take pride in sourcing responsibly and presenting each gem with honesty and expertise, this White Opal represents an opportunity to own a naturally beautiful, untreated, and well finished piece of Australian opal that will be treasured for its unique color dance and timeless appeal.