4.80 Ct. Cabochon Crystal/Jelly Opal from Australia

At The Natural Gemstone Company we take pride in presenting this exceptional Crystal Jelly Opal, a translucent, multi color round cabochon that captures the luminous beauty of Australian opal fields. This gem weighs 4.80 carats and measures 12.01 x 11.81 x 5.34 mm, a pleasing size for a striking center stone or a refined accent piece. The round shape and classic cabochon cut enhance the stone with a smooth domed surface that showcases the play of color from every angle, inviting the eye to travel across its shimmering landscape. Under careful inspection, the body tone remains delicately translucent, allowing internal flashes of red, green, blue, and subtle orange to float and mingle with soft, jelly like depth, a characteristic that defines high quality Crystal Jelly Opal.

Quality attributes of this opal reflect the standards we uphold at The Natural Gemstone Company, with a clarity grade of eye clean evaluated at eye level, intense color intensity, and an excellent polish that maximizes brilliance and tactile appeal. This opal is untreated, it has no enhancement, which preserves the natural character and long term stability that collectors and connoisseurs value. Originating from Australia, the stone carries the heritage of some of the most renowned opal deposits in the world, where conditions yield opals with crisp color play and durable structure. The Crystal Jelly Opal class is prized for its transparent to translucent body that allows vivid, almost floating color patches, and this specimen presents that phenomenon with impressive clarity and saturation, making each movement and change in light a small performance.

From a design perspective, this 4.80 carat round opal is wonderfully versatile and highly suitable for a range of jewelry applications. Set as a solitaire in a ring, it will read as a luminous focal point that shifts color with motion, drawing attention without overwhelming. In a pendant, the gentle dome will sit gracefully against the chest, catching ambient light and reflecting an ethereal glow. For earrings, two matched stones would create a harmonious pair, though this single gem can also anchor a bespoke piece when combined with delicate accent diamonds or colored stones to complement its palette. Because it is eye clean and has an excellent polish, the stone requires minimal intervention beyond careful setting, and the cabochon profile offers both comfort and a classic silhouette that translates well into modern and vintage inspired settings alike.

We invite you to consider this rare Crystal Jelly Opal from The Natural Gemstone Company for your next creation, or as an addition to a discerning collection. Our team is available to advise on setting options, metal choices, and design concepts that will best showcase the intense color play and translucent beauty of this Australian opal. For long term care, avoid sudden temperature changes and exposure to household chemicals, store the opal separately to prevent abrasion, and clean with mild soap and water using a soft brush if needed. Should you require detailed images, measured reports, or setting recommendations, we will provide personalized assistance to ensure confidence in your selection, because we believe that a gem of this character deserves thoughtful presentation and enduring enjoyment.