2.64 Ct. Semi-Black Opal from Australia

From the dawn of recorded time, opal has inspired poets, kings, and jewelers with its shifting light and elusive beauty, a gem that seems to hold the heavens within a stone, an emblem of mystery that transcends fashions and generations. This particular example, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, echoes that timeless story, carrying within it the same ancient allure that made opal prized by the Romans and revered by civilizations far older than ours. As a Semi Black Opal from Australia, it occupies a noble place in the opal family, balancing the dramatic depth of darker backgrounds with a translucency that allows colors to breathe and move with subtlety. For collectors and designers who favor objects that speak of legacy rather than trend, this opal offers the kind of presence that becomes more meaningful with each passing year, a gem to be set for a lifetime and beyond.

At the heart of this offering is a beautiful translucent 2.64 carat oval shape multi color opal, with dimensions 12.44 by 9.21 by 3.48 millimeters, expertly shaped in a tablet cut that flatters the stone while maximizing its play of color. The tablet cut, with its gentle dome and broad surface, invites light to glide across internal color planes, creating broad flashes and shifting patches of red, green, and blue, colors that appear and recede as the wearer moves. The clarity grade is eye clean as evaluated at eye level, a quality that ensures the gem reads as pure and luminous to the naked eye, while an intense color intensity gives the play of color a vitality that commands attention without overwhelming. An excellent polish completes the presentation, offering a mirror like finish that enhances each color flash, and the stone has received no enhancement, preserving its natural character and value. Origin matters in opal, and Australian provenance remains the benchmark for serious connoisseurs, a lineage that speaks to the geological forces and meticulous mining practices that produce opals of genuine distinction.

This Semi Black Opal lends itself to classic settings that honor its heritage, a solitary bezel that frames its oval silhouette, a low profile pendant that allows the opal to rest close to the heart, or a vintage inspired ring that pairs hand engraved metal with the stone for an heirloom effect. For clients who treasure history and storytelling in their jewels, this opal is an invitation to create a piece that will be spoken of in family narratives, a stone that will pass through generations with a story intact. Practical considerations are simple yet important, and we advise gentle care, avoiding extreme heat and harsh chemicals, cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soap when needed, and setting in protective metal if the piece is intended for daily wear. At The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the integrity of each gem we offer, and we are happy to provide additional images, exacting measurements, and certificate level documentation upon request, so that every purchase arrives with confidence and provenance. For those seeking a gem that bridges ancient tradition and contemporary craftsmanship, this Australian Semi Black Opal offers a rare blend of history, beauty, and enduring presence, a jewel meant to be cherished now and handed down as a lasting legacy.