17.68 Ct. Multi Color Cabochon White Opal from Ethiopia

This is a rare Ethiopian White Opal, presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, offered as a single exquisite statement gem for collectors who demand distinction. Weighing 17.68 carats, this translucent pear shape multi color opal immediately reads as exceptional, because weight in opals of this quality is a defining measure of rarity and value. At 21.00 x 18.10 x 8.60 mm, the stone carries substantial presence, suitable for a bespoke pendant or a one of a kind commission piece. The cabochon cut enhances the opal sheen, while the very slightly included clarity grade evaluated at eye level confirms this is a natural gem with minimal character marks, not a treated imitation. Color plays across the dome with medium intensity, producing flashes of green and blue within a soft white base that shift with every turn, and the excellent polish gives the surface an almost liquid glow. No enhancement has been applied to this gem, which preserves its authenticity and increases its desirability among discerning buyers.

Owning this opal means joining a small circle of collectors who prize unenhanced, substantial weight specimens from Ethiopia, a source now recognized for producing some of the finest White Opal material available. The 17.68 carat weight amplifies its investment appeal, because larger opals with clean eye grade clarity and strong play of color are significantly rarer than smaller pieces. For designers and collectors alike, the gem offers flexibility, ready to be set in a bespoke design that honors its pear silhouette and natural translucence. When you choose this opal through The Natural Gemstone Company, you secure a piece that is both a wearable treasure and a measured asset, crafted by nature and carefully evaluated by experts. This is not mass produced jewelry, this is a single, remarkable White Opal, preserved in its natural state, and offered to those who recognize the convergence of scale, clarity, and provenance as the true markers of exclusivity.