2.36 Ct. Cabochon White Opal from Australia

From the ancient silica rich soils of Australia to the gentle shaping hands in our workshop, this pear shaped White Opal tells a story written in light. Formed over millions of years as layers of microscopic silica spheres settled and fused, this opaque, multi color opal captures a living fragment of the earth, a soft canvas through which fiery flashes of color move with the smallest tilt. We present one beautiful 2.36 carat specimen, measuring 14.62 x 8.44 x 4.50 mm, cut in a classic cabochon to best display its internal play, and polished to an excellent finish. This gem is natural, no enhancement, and carries the quiet authority of Australian origin, the birthplace of many of the world most treasured opals. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor each step of its journey, from the miners who carefully extracted the rough, to the lapidaries who coaxed out the pear shape and smoothed its surface until the light seemed to breathe through it.

The cabochon pear shape invites a dialogue between stone and wearer, a conversation of color and shadow. With medium color intensity this White Opal offers gentle flashes of green, blue, pink and occasional hints of warm orange and red, distributed like secret brushstrokes beneath a milky base. When set in a pendant the colors unfold outward, catching sunlight and candlelight alike, while in a ring the gem becomes intimate, responding to movement and warmth. The pear silhouette elongates the hand and neck, lending elegance and a timeless silhouette. The cabochon cut enhances the gem’s internal play without sacrificing durability, and the opal opacity gives it an inner glow that feels almost ethereal. Each view reveals a subtle new composition, a miniature landscape of color that never repeats exactly the same way twice.

When you consider how this multi color White Opal will complement skin, think of it as a reflector of undertones, a chameleon that harmonizes rather than competes. On fair skin the opal’s milky base and soft play of color create a delicate contrast, making pinks and greens read as pastel highlights that flatter the cool or neutral undertone. On medium skin tones the opal reads as luminous, the greens and blues appearing brighter and the warmer flashes adding a gentle warmth that enhances natural complexion. For olive skin the cool blue green flashes sing against the warm golden base, producing a sophisticated balance that elevates both casual and formal wear. On deeper skin tones the opal offers a beautiful luminous counterpoint, with its lighter body color and vivid flashes standing out for a striking, almost inner lit effect. For warm undertones, settings in yellow gold or rose gold will amplify the gem’s warm flashes, while for cool undertones white gold, platinum or sterling silver will sharpen the opal’s cooler greens and blues. For a modern, soft effect try a bezel setting to emphasize the stone’s smooth cabochon surface. For a more traditional, airy presentation choose prongs that allow light to move freely across the stone.

As stewards of fine gems, The Natural Gemstone Company invites you to imagine this Australian White Opal as part of your next treasured piece. Whether set in a simple solitaire pendant to showcase its pear shape, mounted in a feminine halo for added presence, or paired with small accent stones to echo its colors, this 14.62 x 8.44 x 4.50 mm cabochon, 2.36 carat opal will respond to light and skin with a uniquely personal display. We are happy to advise on setting choices and metal pairings to ensure your finished jewelry amplifies the opal strengths and suits your style. Contact us to discuss custom settings, viewing options, and to learn more about the responsible sourcing behind this gem, and allow this opal to begin its next chapter in your collection.