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2.66 Ct. Semi-Black Opal from Australia

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Item ID: K2614
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Total price:
$1,968
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Product Details
Item ID:
K2614
Dimensions (MM):
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Length: 13.96
Width: 10.34
Height: 2.32
Weight:
2.66 Ct.
Color:
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Blue
Color intensity:
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Intense
Clarity:
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Very Slightly Included
Shape:
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Cushion
Cut:
Tablet
Enhancements:
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No Enhancement
Origin:
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Australia
Per carat price:
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$740
Product description

In the heart of the vibrant Australian outback, where the sun’s rays dance upon the rugged hills, a truly awe-inspiring gemstone is born. Amongst a tapestry of natural wonder lies our exquisite 2.66 carat cushion-shaped blue opal from The Natural Gemstone Company. This stone, with its intense color and excellent polish, hails from the world-renowned mining areas known for producing gemstones of rare beauty and significance. Its opaque allure and significant size are reminiscent of the opals that captured imaginations throughout history, symbolizing hope, purity, and truth.

This particular opal is classified as a Semi-Black Opal, a coveted treasure within the world of gemstones. Each vein of this magnificent stone carries a story as unique as the land from which it was unearthed. Framed in the arid desert landscape, miners dedicatedly sift through the earth’s mantle in search of these precious gems, much like the ancient explorers who sought out the treasures of far-flung lands. The decadent blue hues with their deep, oceanic depths are what set this opal apart, evoking the splendor of the treasures of mythical Atlantis. It is a stone shrouded in mystery and allure, capturing the imagination just as the rare and regal gemstones of history have, which have long been valued not only for their beauty but for the tales they inspire.

Part of what makes this stone so significant is its entirely natural state—it's an unenhanced gem, echoing the untouched purity of the earliest gem finds. When we contemplate emeralds coveted by Cleopatra or the sapphires favorited by medieval royalty, these stones were adored for their natural luster and their almost magical qualities against the light. Our cushion-shaped opal offers a clarity that is slightly included yet readily admired by the naked eye, an attribute reminiscent of famous diamonds like the Hope Diamond or the Cullinan, which gained fame despite and because of their natural imperfections and internal echoes of nature’s artistry.

The journey of this opal, from its raw and rugged origins to its final refined form, showcases craftsmanship that rivals the artistic precision reserved for iconic jewels like the Crown Jewels or the Star of India. The tablet cut has been employed to amplify its intense color intensity, ensuring that the gem catches the light and the eye with every glance. Its polish is nothing short of excellent, reflecting the meticulous attention to detail that we at The Natural Gemstone Company adhere to in our mission to provide gems of unparalleled excellence and enduring charm.

Owning a piece such as this is akin to owning a fragment of water gracefully frozen in time, drawing upon the opal’s long standing cultural significance—from ancient mythologies where they were considered treasures of the gods to contemporary jewels treasured by Hollywood’s elite. This blue opal narrates the saga of its past, passing on a narrative stretching from the remote vistas of Australia, through the layers of history, to the intimate collection of its beholder. We invite you to include it in your narrative today, linking present with past, an eternal masterpiece couched in the earth’s protective embrace until it graced the world with its beauty.

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Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Our customers often comment about our stunning, hand made, presentation boxes and reporting documents. Large zinc-alloy boxes included at no extra cost for jewelry items over $5000, and petit size included for orders $500-$5000.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Jewelry items under $500 will ship in a signature pouch and box.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Jewelry items under $500 will ship in a signature pouch and box.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
For gemstone purchases between $500 and $2000 we ship a high quality black display box which shows the gemstone professionally. Stones under $500 will ship in a secure plastic pouch.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Our hand-made zinc gemstone boxes are the finest in the industry, and are included for all gemstones over $2000.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Our customers often comment about our stunning, hand made, presentation boxes and reporting documents. Large zinc-alloy boxes included at no extra cost for jewelry items over $5000, and petit size included for orders $500-$5000.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
For line bracelets over $500, we include a high quality, hinged jewelry box. Pictured is one of the beautiful styles that we may use.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
For hanging earrings over $500, we include a high quality, hinged jewelry box. Pictured is one of the beautiful styles that we may use.
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
Gemstone rings in The Natural Gemstone Company custom made packaging
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