1.88 Ct. Fire/Fire Jelly Opal from Mexico

The featured product is a meticulously crafted transparent 1.88 carat round-shaped orange opal with dimensions of 9.13 x 9.11 x 5.91 mm. This exquisite gemstone, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, showcases a mixed brilliant cut that enhances its luminosity and visual appeal. Renowned for its vivid color intensity, this Mexican origin opal is categorized as a Fire Jelly Opal, known for its captivating play of fiery hues that dance across its surface with every shift of light. The clarity of the gemstone has been graded as eye clean, indicating that there are no visible inclusions or imperfections when examined at eye level, which contributes to its pristine appearance.

This particular opal type is distinguished by its vibrant display and exceptional polish, which further accentuates its inherent beauty. The excellent polish quality ensures that the opal's surface is smooth and reflective, maximizing the play-of-color effect that is highly prized in Fire Jelly Opals. In terms of inherent characteristics, this opal's eye-catching orange shade and transparency set it apart as a unique and valuable addition to any jewelry collection. Its carefully executed round shape is a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail provided by The Natural Gemstone Company, prioritizing both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity.

For those considering durability, opals generally rank between 5.5 and 6.5 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, making them less hard than quartz but adequately tough for many jewelry applications, provided they are cared for properly. This ensures that while the opal requires considerate handling to preserve its quality, its unique beauty makes it a worthwhile component of any fine jewelry piece. When acquiring this opal from The Natural Gemstone Company, potential buyers can rest assured in the authenticity and quality due to the stringent selection and evaluation processes that emphasize excellence in gemstone offering.