1.97 Ct. Cabochon White Opal from Australia

One beautiful translucent 1.97 carat oval shape White Opal from Australia arrives as a quiet celebration of nature, measuring 9.92 by 7.74 by 3.73 millimeters, fashioned into a gentle cabochon cut that enhances its inner glow, clarity is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, color intensity reads near colorless, the polish is excellent, there has been no enhancement, and this piece comes to you through The Natural Gemstone Company. From the moment you first turn the gem under light, you will notice a soft, inviting translucence that promises delicate flashes and whispers of color, a personal landscape trapped within opaline silica, and our description places the gem in context so that you receive not only dimensions and grades, but also the origin story that gives it life. The type is White Opal, sometimes called a light or milky opal, and this specimen embodies that classic charm with an understated elegance, an opal that feels timeless, suitable for a refined ring, a pendant that rests against the skin, or a bespoke piece crafted to showcase its oval silhouette.

The journey of this White Opal begins deep in the ancient Australian landscapes where silica rich fluids filled cavities and cracks in host rock over geological time spans, layer upon layer of microscopic silica spheres settled and compacted until they locked in the structure that scatters light and creates play of color, the conditions that produce opal are rare and patient, and Australia remains the world center for fine opal formation. When miners uncovered this piece, it was first recognized by its milky body tone and translucent nature rather than a dominant dark field, and the rough stone required a thoughtful approach from the start, because White Opals respond differently to cutting and polishing than darker varieties. Our team at The Natural Gemstone Company respects that ancient process, and we trace each step as the stone moves from a raw, earthy context into the studio, preserving its natural character while bringing forward its best optical qualities.

In the hands of skilled cutters the rough was evaluated for orientation, inclusions, and potential play of color, the cabochon was chosen to maximize the opal's internal flashes while maintaining a pleasing domed profile that will sit comfortably in a variety of settings. Cabochon cutting is an art for opal, because the absence of facets allows the stone to show broad flashes and subtle pinfire patterns without interruption, and our cutter worked to a precise thickness and symmetry to maintain the gem measuring 9.92 by 7.74 by 3.73 millimeters. The clarity grade of very slightly included reflects that at eye level the stone presents clean and clear, with only minor natural features that confirm authenticity and character, not detract from beauty, the near colorless intensity gives the opal a versatile palette, allowing gentle spectral colors to dance across a pale canvas, and the excellent polish heightens the stone's translucency so that the surface reads silky and alive under light.

Visually the gem greets the observer with a calm, opaline white bodytone, and as you rotate it the internal play reveals hints of green and soft red, scattered like tiny lanterns beneath a cloud, these ephemeral sparks are not overpowering, they are intimate and refined, perfect for someone who appreciates understatement with a surprising depth when noticed closely. The opal's oval shape and cabochon dome center the eye in a way that flat cuts cannot replicate, and the stone's gentle proportions lend themselves to classic gallery settings where a thin bezel or a low profile prong mount will protect the edges while allowing light to enter and animate the interior. Because this opal is natural and untreated, no enhancement alters its story, and that authenticity means the stone will respond predictably to gentle care, avoid sudden temperature changes, prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals, and ultrasonic cleaning, and instead choose warm, soapy water and a soft cloth to preserve its luminous surface.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this 1.97 carat White Opal as more than a measurement, it is a narrative that began in ancient silica rich waters and continued through careful extraction, expert cutting, and patient polishing, the result is a translucent oval cabochon that sits at the intersection of geology and craftsmanship. We stand behind the details, from its Australian origin to the no enhancement statement, and we welcome inquiries about setting suggestions, bespoke mounting, or certification needs, our team can advise on complementary metal choices and protective settings that will keep the opal secure while letting its subtle play shine. If you seek a gem that carries a quiet history, that invites closer looking rather than demanding attention, this White Opal offers that connection, a singular natural treasure ready to become part of your story, and The Natural Gemstone Company will be glad to assist in making this gem yours.