2.79 Ct. Cabochon Crystal/Jelly Opal from Australia

One beautiful semi transparent 2.79 carat oval shape multi color opal presents itself as a refined and versatile gem, coming to you from The Natural Gemstone Company, it is a Crystal and Jelly Opal from Australia, with dimensions of 11.78 by 8.79 by 4.61 millimeters, cut as a classic cabochon to reveal its internal play of color, clarity is graded very slightly included when viewed at eye level, color intensity is medium, and polish is excellent, there are no enhancements, the stone has been left in its natural state to preserve the pure character and optical depth that makes crystal and jelly opals so desirable.

Visually this opal offers a luminous, semi transparent body that allows light to penetrate and interact with the internal structure, the result is a soft glow and delicate flashes of multi color fire that shift with movement and lighting conditions, in different angles you can observe greens and reds and pinks and subtle blue sheens dancing across the surface, the cabochon dome is proportioned to showcase those flashes, and the oval outline measures comfortably for a range of settings while maintaining a presence that is elegant rather than overpowering, at 2.79 carats this piece strikes a lovely balance between wearable size and visual impact, ideal for collectors who appreciate the unique inner life of crystal and jelly opals.

From a practical and design perspective this opal is an excellent candidate for custom work, it will sit beautifully in a bezel mounted pendant where the semi transparent body can be admired against a bright background, it will also make an attractive center stone for a cocktail ring when protected in a bezel or halo setting, for an intimate and delicate look consider pairing it with rose gold to warm the pink and red flashes, for a modern contrast white gold or platinum will accentuate the green and blue tones, the very slightly included clarity grade means inclusions are minimal and do not detract from its overall appeal at typical viewing distances, the cabochon cut and excellent polish underline its readiness to be set without the need for additional finishing, and the fact that this opal is untreated assures its long term value and natural charm.

Care and lifestyle notes are important for any opal owner, although this piece is durable for everyday wear in many settings, opal is more sensitive than many other gem materials to sudden temperature changes and harsh chemicals, avoid ultrasonic cleaners and steam cleaning, use only a soft cloth and mild soapy water to gently clean the stone, consider protective settings when designing everyday rings, store it separately to prevent scratches from harder gems, and if you would like a certificate or additional documentation we can provide more detailed images and videos to help you visualize the stone in your chosen setting, The Natural Gemstone Company is happy to assist with bespoke mounting suggestions, appraisal options, and shipping arrangements, please contact us for more photos, a short video clip to show the play of color in motion, or advice on the best metal and setting to enhance this unique Australian crystal and jelly opal.