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3.60 Ct. Fire (Jelly) Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K5266 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 12.52 Width: 10.11 Height: 5.58 |
Weight: | 3.60 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Eye Clean |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $200 |
Discover the allure and mystique of our exquisite opaque multi-color opal, a gemstone that transcends mere beauty with its deep-rooted origin and captivating craftsmanship. Weighing a breathtaking 3.60 carats, this stunning opal is expertly fashioned into a cushion shape, measuring 12.52 x 10.11 x 5.58 mm. Its cabochon cut showcases its magnificent tapestry of colors that dance with every shift of light, becoming more than an accessory and transforming into a work of art.
Hailing from the opal-rich lands of Australia, this gem is a tantalizing testament to the power of nature. Australia is renowned for its exceptional opal deposits, particularly within regions like Coober Pedy, Lightning Ridge, and Andamooka. It is here that experienced miners work tirelessly to unearth these treasures, extracting them from the depths of ancient geological formations where they have been forged over millions of years.
The process of creating an opal from the Earth’s raw materials is a true marvel of nature. Silica deposits left by evaporating seasonal rains in arid deserts trickle into pockets of sandstone. Over millennia, these deposits slowly solidify, trapping water in their microstructure. This unique formation results in the opal’s signature play-of-color, where refracted light cascades in a vibrant spectrum, painted luxuriously across the stone’s surface.
With a clarity grade of eye clean, the opal you are considering maintains an immaculate clarity that is free from inclusions when viewed at eye level. The gem’s intense color intensity ensures a dazzling display of hues, amplifying the stone’s visual impact. Each vivid flash of red, green, blue, and more threads its way through the stone's opalescent body, providing a dynamic display that is continuously shifting, promising a different sight with every glance. Its excellent polish complements its ethereal beauty, reflecting light with an otherworldly brilliance that few gems can match.
Whether you are a collector, a jeweler, or someone searching for that perfect piece to signify a cherished moment, this opal promises not just to meet, but to exceed your expectations. Its story connects you to the heart of the Australian outback and to the timeless process that crafted it. The opal invites you to wear a fragment of Earth’s history—a history that gleams with unparalleled elegance. Purchase our opal today and adorn yourself with a piece as timeless as it is extraordinary.


