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3.45 Ct. Boulder Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K12804 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 15.86 Width: 7.6 Height: 3.77 |
Weight: | 3.45 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Fancy |
Cut: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $500 |
The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present an exquisite specimen from our collection, a stunning opaque multi-color opal weighing 3.45 carats. This gem, boasting a tablet cut, showcases dimension measurements of 15.86 x 7.60 x 3.77 mm, making it a truly remarkable example of opal artistry. Its origins trace back to the renowned opal mines of Australia, a region celebrated globally for producing opals with vivid color play and extraordinary quality.
Australia is a premium location for opal mining, primarily due to the unique geological conditions that produce diverse hues and patterns not found elsewhere. The colors seen within our Australian opal display an intense color intensity that is consistent with gems from famous locations such as Lightning Ridge and Coober Pedy. Specifically, opals from Lightning Ridge are celebrated for their black opals with multi-hued vibrant color flashes, and our opal shares a similar intensity and saturation of color. Meanwhile, in comparison to Coober Pedy opals, often known for their white and crystal forms with radiant play of color, our multi-color opal maintains a distinct presence with its opaque clarity yet vibrant inner fire.
One of the most captivating aspects of this opal is its play of color across its polished surface. The excellent polish enhances its natural beauty by allowing light to refract through each vivid hue, seamlessly interwoven in a spectacle that captivates any who behold it. The play of color spans an impressive range from fiery reds and vibrant blues to soft greens and golden yellows, offering complexity and depth that echo the striking opals from Ethiopian mines known for their diverse color displays but with a character uniquely Australian in origin.
Beyond its geographical roots and visual allure, the craftsmanship of this opal adds significant value to its overall charm. The tablet cut is an unusual shape for an opal but one that has been carefully chosen and executed to amplify the stone's color-based attractions, capturing and reflecting light in a harmonious dance. This precision in cutting and polishing, maintaining exact dimensions to exalt its natural brilliance, is characteristic of The Natural Gemstone Company's dedication to excellence and attention to detail.
In summary, this 3.45-carat multi-color opal from Australia is an exquisite addition to any collection, catering to the tastes of gemstone connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike. Its origins assure premium quality aligned with the finest opals from storied Australian locations like Lightning Ridge. Embodying excellent polish and intense color intensity, our opal highlights The Natural Gemstone Company's ongoing commitment to providing rare and beautiful gemstones that capture the imagination and elegance that only natural treasures can bestow.
