2.71 Ct. White Opal from Australia

This exquisite White Opal from The Natural Gemstone Company is a compelling offering for collectors and fine jewelry designers, a translucent 2.71 carat oval shape stone with dimensions of 13.84 x 9.66 x 3.07 mm, presented in a refined tablet cut that lays flat to showcase a broad, luminous play of color. What sets this gem apart from many ordinary white opals is its intense color intensity, the kind of saturated, lively flashes that immediately draw the eye. The clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means to the naked eye the surface appears clean and engaging, with any internal characteristics contributing to the opal lifecycle rather than detracting from its beauty. The polish is excellent, producing a smooth, reflective face that enhances each color flash. Importantly this opal has no enhancement, and its Australian origin gives it a provenance that reassures buyers seeking natural material and classic opal character.

Compared with other market options this piece stands out for the balance it strikes between visual drama and practical wearability. Black opals often command premium prices due to their dark body tones and contrast, yet they can be too bold for every design or budget. Boulder opals offer interesting matrix patterns but are heavier and less uniform for streamlined settings. In contrast this Australian white opal delivers multi color play on a pale body, producing a softer, more versatile aesthetic that complements both warm and cool metals. Against lab created or resin backed opal doublets and triplets, this solid, untreated specimen retains long term value and integrity, avoiding the delamination and fading risks associated with assembled stones. The tablet cut also gives advantages over high domed cabochons for designers who want a modern, low profile installation that still reveals broad flashes of color without creating excessive height in rings or pendants.

For buyers who look closely at optical character and craftsmanship, the distribution and quality of color in this opal make it exceptional. Images show lively greens and flashes of blue and hints of warmer tones, but in hand the translucency adds depth and a three dimensional aspect to the play of color that photography can only partially capture. The intense color intensity noted in our grading means that when you move the stone or change lighting, the flashes respond with clarity and vivacity, unlike washed out white opals that require specific lighting angles to show life. The very slightly included clarity evaluated at eye level is typical of natural opals and often contributes to a unique internal landscape that enhances rather than mutes the color phenomena. The excellent polish complements the tablet cut, ensuring that each flash has a clean boundary and the surface interacts with light in an appealing way, which is especially valuable when set under protective bezels or within low profile contemporary mounts.

Choosing this opal from The Natural Gemstone Company is a decision grounded in value, rarity, and design flexibility. At 2.71 carats with a comfortable oval footprint, the stone is an ideal focal point for a statement ring, an elegant pendant, or an artisan brooch where the tablet silhouette can be set flush to the metal. Because no enhancement has been applied, the gem offers straightforward care expectations and a permanence that treated or assembled stones cannot guarantee, while Australian origin supplies an assurance of quality that collectors recognize. For durability and longevity we advise settings that protect the edge and keep the face safe from knocks, and simple home care that avoids harsh chemicals and rapid temperature changes. If you prefer, our team can provide additional high resolution images and video to show the dynamic color play under different lights, and we can discuss bespoke mounting options to highlight the opal in a way that complements its translucency and tablet profile. This White Opal represents a superior balance of natural spectacle, trustworthy provenance, and practical design potential, a piece that will stand out in any collection, with the backing and provenance that The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to provide.