3.32 Ct. Semi-Black Opal from Australia

There is a rare comfort in holding a gem that seems to belong to another time, a piece that carries with it the slow and patient work of the earth, and this 3.32 carat oval multi color opal embodies that quiet majesty. Sourced from Australia and presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, this Semi-Black Opal has been evaluated and graded with an eye clean clarity at eye level, and it has received an intense color intensity rating and an excellent polish. The gem measures 14.19 by 10.21 by 3.19 mm, and it has been shaped into a refined tablet cut, a profile that allows the opal to reveal its depths while maintaining a gentle, wearable silhouette. There has been no enhancement applied to this stone, a fact that enhances its appeal to collectors and connoisseurs who value natural provenance and authentic beauty, and as a salesperson with a deep respect for gemstones, I can tell you that this opal speaks to both the history of the earth and the enduring traditions of fine jewelry.

Viewed in hand, the play of color in this Semi-Black Opal is at once lively and contemplative, with flashes of green and hints of azure and violet dancing beneath a translucent surface. The tablet cut gives the stone a slightly flattened dome that acts like a window into a miniature tapestry, allowing light to travel through and reveal internal fire rather than simply reflecting on the surface. Against a semi dark body tone the colors appear more luminous and concentrated, creating a striking contrast that makes greens and blues leap forward even under softer light. The excellent polish ensures that every facet of the tablet plane catches the eye and that the opal will present a consistently elegant face when set, whether in a bezel that honors its tablet silhouette or in a low profile mount that keeps the stone close to the wearer for everyday reverence.

Opal has been treasured across civilizations, from the adoring Romans who prized it as a symbol of hope and purity, to the lore of the First Nations people of Australia who tell Dreamtime stories that link opal to creation and the spectrum of life. This particular Semi-Black Opal, despite its contemporary cut and precision polishing, carries forward that sense of continuity. A gem of natural origin, unenhanced, and with a clarity that allows its inner fire to be seen plainly by the eye, it is a piece suited for someone who values lineage and legacy in their gemstones. It is equally at home as the centerpiece of an heirloom ring, as a solitary pendant that catches the light during quiet moments, or as part of a curated collection that honors stones in their most authentic state. Because it is a natural, translucent opal, it invites thoughtful care rather than casual treatment, and in return it rewards its keeper with decades of shifting color and quiet, steady delight.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we appreciate the responsibility of pairing timeless stones with modern lives, and this Semi-Black Opal is offered with guidance for mounting and care to ensure it becomes a lasting treasure. For daily wear a protective bezel or low prong setting will preserve the tablet plane and guard against knocks, and simple cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soapy water will maintain its polish without risking the integrity of the structure. For collectors who prize provenance, the Australian origin and the fact that no enhancements have been applied make this gem especially desirable, and for those seeking a meaningful gift, its historical resonance and wearable size of 14.19 by 10.21 by 3.19 mm give it instant presence. If you would like personal advice on setting options, appraisal, or to arrange to view this opal in hand, please reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company, and allow us to guide you toward a piece that will not only shine today, but that will be cherished by generations to come.