5.05 Ct. Cabochon White Opal from Australia

Presenting a beautiful translucent White Opal, a natural treasure offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, weighing 5.05 carats, cut into an elegant oval shape with dimensions of 14.53 x 11.47 x 5.13 mm. This opal is fashioned as a cabochon to showcase its vivid play of color, and it displays a multi color palette that dances across its surface with pleasing clarity. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity grade is eye clean, so the gem reads clean to the unaided eye and carries a medium intense color intensity that balances subtlety with vibrant flashes. The polish is excellent, enhancing the silky surface and allowing light to enter and refract across the internal structure, while the piece remains completely natural with no enhancement. Originating from Australia, this White Opal carries the provenance and character collectors and designers often seek, and its translucent body tone allows for a luminous field of color when viewed from different angles.

Under close inspection the opal reveals an engaging display of color, with dominant blues and greens complemented by softer hints of pink and violet that appear as the stone is moved in light. The cabochon cut is ideal for opal, preserving the integrity of the gem and maximizing the visible play of color, while the oval outline provides classic versatility for jewelry design. At 5.05 carats this stone is substantial enough to serve as a striking center gem for a ring, pendant, or a unique pair of bespoke earrings, while its dimensions allow experienced setters to craft secure and elegant settings without hiding the stone’s best faces. The medium intense color intensity makes it an excellent candidate for both everyday wear pieces and dress jewelry, offering visual impact without overpowering complementary metals and accent stones. Because there are no enhancements, you receive an authentic opal in its natural state, and because the clarity is eye clean evaluated at eye level, the stone presents with a clean visual appearance that will photograph beautifully and appeal to connoisseurs who value both aesthetics and natural origin.

When considering care and practical use, this White Opal should be handled with the same consideration given to all precious opals, avoiding sudden temperature changes and harsh chemicals, and cleaned gently with a soft cloth and mild soapy water. Its cabochon profile and excellent polish make it especially suitable for bezel and protective prong settings that reduce exposure to knocks, while still showcasing the stone’s internal color dynamics. From a design perspective, pairing the opal with warm or cool metals will yield different moods, with yellow gold accentuating softer warmth and rose tones, and white gold or platinum reinforcing cool blue and green flashes. At The Natural Gemstone Company we are happy to advise on settings, provide photography and additional viewing angles, and assist with custom mounting to ensure the finished piece highlights the opal’s best attributes. This Australian White Opal represents a harmonious balance of size, color, and natural authenticity, an excellent choice for someone seeking a singular and soulful gemstone that will be admired for years to come, and our team stands ready to help with any questions on certification, secure shipping, or bespoke design services.