2.68 Ct. Boulder Opal from Australia

Presenting a truly striking Boulder Opal from Australia, available now through The Natural Gemstone Company, a finely worked 2.68 carat cushion shape multi color opal, measuring 11.18 x 8.10 x 2.94 mm, tablet cut, with medium intense color intensity, and an excellent polish. This opal is opaque, and it displays a broad, painterly play of color across its flat tablet surface, with vivid greens and blues that shift as the light moves. The stone retains a natural ironstone backing along the edges, which is characteristic of authentic Australian boulder opal and adds depth and stability to the gem. No enhancement has been applied, which means the color and surface you see are entirely natural, untreated, and responsibly sourced. The combination of the cushion outline with the tablet cut produces an elegant, contemporary silhouette that showcases the stone s color field while preserving a comfortable profile for setting.

Visually this boulder opal reads as a luminous slice of oceanic color, the medium intensity of the color giving it versatile wearability, vivid enough to command attention yet subtle enough for everyday elegance. The excellent polish gives the surface a glass like finish that enhances the stone s optical movement, allowing flashes of electric green and serene blue to appear and dissolve across the face. Because the stone is relatively shallow at 2.94 mm, it is ideally suited to bezel settings where the edge of the ironstone can be incorporated into the design for protection and visual contrast. This opal will work beautifully as a pendant where the tablet shape is appreciated from a front view, and it also makes an excellent statement stone for artisan rings, modern cufflinks, or bespoke earrings when set in pairs. Pairing suggestions include warmer metals such as yellow or rose gold to bring out the green flashes, or white gold and silver to emphasize the cool blue tones, allowing you to tailor the finished piece to the wearer s personal style.

As a gemstone specialist at The Natural Gemstone Company I am happy to advise on design choices, setting recommendations, and care instructions for this Australian boulder opal. Because it is a natural, non enhanced material with an ironstone base, it benefits from gentle handling, protection from sudden temperature changes and prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals, and cleaning with mild soap and water and a soft cloth rather than ultrasonic or steam cleaners. The ironstone backing makes this opal more durable than single layer crystal opals, and the tablet cut keeps the profile low and wearable, making it an excellent candidate for everyday pieces with careful setting. If you would like additional detailed images, custom cutting, or pairing options, we can assist with matching complementary stones and design mock ups to ensure the final jewelry meets your vision. For inquiries, custom orders, or to reserve this one of a kind 2.68 carat Australian Boulder Opal, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company and we will guide you through the next steps, shipping options, and any documentation you require.