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1.77 Ct. Cabochon Black Opal from Ethiopia
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Item ID: | K10565 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 13.43 Width: 8.59 Height: 3.72 |
Weight: | 1.77 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Pear |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Ethiopia |
Per carat price: help | $300 |
The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present an exquisite specimen of natural beauty: a 1.77 carat pear-shaped multi-color opal. Originating from the renowned opal fields of Ethiopia, this opal displays the mesmerizing blend of hues characteristic of its exotic origin. With dimensions measuring 13.43 x 8.59 x 3.72 mm, this opal is the ideal size for creating a striking piece of jewelry that commands attention yet remains elegantly refined.
This particular opal is classified as a black opal, widely recognized for its dark body tone that enhances the play of color, setting it apart from other opals. Unlike more common light opals, the intensity of colors in black opals appears more vivid, as they contrast significantly with the stone's dark background. This specific piece exhibits an intense color intensity, capturing a spectrum of colors and delivering a remarkable visual experience. This intensity places it in the upper echelons of opals, with colors that may include reds, blues, and greens, shimmering with life beneath its polished surface.
The craftsmanship that has gone into this opal is evident in its cabochon cut, a smooth, rounded, and polished style that highlights the shifting array of colors as the light moves across the stone. The cabochon cut is particularly suited to opals, as it allows the gem to maximize the display of its internal spectrum of colors. This opal has been masterfully honed to an excellent polish, enhancing its already captivating optical allure. As light interacts with the opal, the intensity and dispersion of colors become a true spectacle for the observer, making this gem a centerpiece for any collection.
In terms of clarity, our opal has been rated as very slightly included, which is considered exceptional when evaluated at eye level. This grade indicates that any inclusions present are minimal and do not detract from the stone's overall beauty and appeal. Such a level of clarity ensures that the opal’s multi-color display is uninterrupted, providing an unblemished canvas upon which its vibrant hues can dance.
Among the various types of gemstones available, opals offer a unique property known as "play-of-color," and this particular black opal possesses this quality in abundance. When compared to other gemstones, such as sapphires or emeralds, which have singular, predictable colors, the dynamic shifts within opals make them a lively and versatile gemstone choice. This play of color is not only a testament to the rarity and beauty of black opals but also solidifies them as a luxurious and captivating choice for any jewelry connoisseur. The Natural Gemstone Company invites you to appreciate this Ethiopian black opal not just as a gemstone, but as a masterpiece of natural art.
