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3.46 Ct. Black Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K2058 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 12.97 Width: 10.58 Height: 3.61 |
Weight: | 3.46 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $550 |
The opal offered by The Natural Gemstone Company is a remarkable 3.46 carat specimen that embodies a splendid fusion of both artistry and nature's awe-inspiring beauty. With its stunning translucent quality, the oval shape of this opal measures precisely 12.97 x 10.58 x 3.61 mm, providing a substantial face-up dimension that captures and reflects light in mesmerizing ways. The faceting style, known as the tablet cut, enhances the stone's inherent brilliance, allowing the myriad folds of intense color to be prominently exhibited. This opal, categorized as a Black Opal, is renowned for its vibrant display of spectral hues and possesses distinct characteristics that make it highly prized among connoisseurs and collectors.
One of the noteworthy aspects of this opal is its clarity. With a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, it presents only minuscule inclusions that remain largely imperceptible without magnification. This subtlety contributes to its impressive allure, creating a near-flawless appearance that enhances its desirability and underscores its elegance. The opal's color intensity is categorized as intense, a term reserved for those opals that exhibit a remarkable depth and saturation in their color play. These colors shift and dance as the stone is viewed from different angles, providing a continually changing spectacle that enchants the observer.
The craftsmanship evident in the excellent polish of this opal further elevates its aesthetic quality. The polishing process, executed with precision, ensures that each surface is rendered smooth and highly reflective. This meticulous attention to detail creates a brilliant luster that amplifies its natural color displays, resulting in a visual experience that is both captivating and unforgettable. The end result is a gemstone of impeccable quality that exudes sophistication and allure, capturing the essence of luxury and refinement.
Sourced from the esteemed opal mines of Australia, this Black Opal carries with it a heritage of mineralogical excellence. Australia's opals are celebrated for their unique and diverse colorations, and this particular specimen exemplifies the pinnacle of what these famed mines can offer. The harmonious interplay of golds, blues, and reds embodied within this opal's surface creates a rich tapestry of color that is both vibrant and harmoniously balanced. This quality, combined with its translucent nature, provides depth to its appearance and makes it exceedingly attractive for settings in bespoke jewelry pieces.
The amalgamation of these intrinsic and curated qualities positions this Black Opal as an exquisite choice for those who demand more than just aesthetic appeal from their gemstones. Rather, it captures the intersection of geological marvel and human artistry. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we take great pride in offering opals of such exceptional nature, ensuring that each gemstone provides not only visual delight but also a lasting legacy of craftsmanship and quality. Possession of this opal would not merely constitute ownership of a gemstone—it represents the union of nature's timeless beauty with humankind's unrelenting quest for perfection.
