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4.37 Ct. Cabochon Fire Opal from Mexico
This loose stone ships by Jan 1
Item ID: | K10729 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 13.04 Width: 8.37 Height: 6.97 |
Weight: | 4.37 Ct. |
Color: help | Orange |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Mexico |
Per carat price: help | $210 |
This transparent 4.37 carat oval shape orange opal began its journey deep within the volcanic terrains of Mexico, where silica rich waters slowly filled cavities and cooled over millennia, emerging as a Fire Opal that glows from within. Hand extracted by experienced miners who know the subtle faces of the host rock, this gem carries the quiet story of place and patience, a molten like warmth captured in gemstone form. Weighing 4.37 carats and measuring 13.04 by 8.37 by 6.97 mm, this oval shape cabochon cut stone shows an intense color intensity and an excellent polish that highlights its transparent body, no enhancement, Fire Opal from Mexico. The smooth dome of the cabochon was cut to reveal the pure orange radiance rather than mask it, allowing light to pass through, reveal inner depth, and show flashes of life when the gem moves, a quality that connects the wearer to the earth that formed it.
As artisans at The Natural Gemstone Company shaped this stone, we balanced reverence for its natural character with the skills needed to bring forward its best qualities, and the result is a gem that invites both quiet admiration and confident display. The cabochon profile was chosen to protect the stone and to amplify its glowing transparency, making it an ideal centerpiece for a ring, pendant, or custom commission that will be enjoyed daily. Because it is a natural, untreated Fire Opal with no enhancement, its vivid orange will continue to captivate over the years, responding to light with the same steady warmth that first drew miners to its seams. With simple care such as gentle cleaning with a soft cloth after wear, avoiding harsh chemicals and dramatic temperature swings, and choosing a secure setting that guards its dome from knocks, the excellent polish and intense tone will remain. This Mexican Fire Opal becomes more than a gem, it becomes an heirloom of light and story, a luminous companion that will charm future generations, and a promise from The Natural Gemstone Company that the stone you receive is authentic, responsibly sourced, and chosen to shine.
