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8.93 Ct. Boulder Opal from Australia
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Item ID: | K12794 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 16.8 Width: 12.4 Height: 5.3 |
Weight: | 8.93 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Freeform |
Cut: | Tablet |
Cutting style: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $120 |
In the heart of the rugged and untamed landscapes of Australia, far beneath the sunlit horizons, lies one of nature's most exquisite treasures—the Boulder Opal. These gemstones are born in the depths of sedimentary rock formations, a testament to the geological artistry crafted over millennia. Our 8.93 carat beauty embodies the essence of Australia's natural splendor, a vibrant narrative meticulously carved into its freeform silhouette of multicolored splendor. Measuring at 16.80 x 12.40 x 5.30 mm, this opal radiates a tapestry of hues with an intensity rarely seen, forged within the belly of pristine earth without any human enhancement. It captures the wondrous dance of opalic colors with an unfaltering polish reflective of an ethereal brilliance, poised to illuminate any jewelry setting with its captivating charm.
The journey of this opal begins amidst the rich soils and ironstone host rocks, where veins of boulder opal slowly unfurl into brilliant expressions—nature’s vigorous brush-strokes on an earthly canvas. As the earth settles into calm harmony, the opal forms, each inclusion and coloration a silent testimony to Earth’s vibrant pallette, nurtured into full glory beneath layers untouched by time. This opal, emblematic of nature’s patience and precision, emerges from the depths bathed in an intensity of color that is fervent yet wonderfully serene. Like flickers of flame sealed within rock, this unique freeform shape captures the boundless imagination of nature itself.
Upon acquisition by skilled hands, the opal undergoes a metamorphosis—a dedicated transformation that seeks to foster the inherent beauty bestowed by the earth. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we respect and cherish these storied traditions that bring opal artistry to life. Our artisans recognize each piece as an intricate telling of legacy. With care, the opal within becomes the star, cut into a tablet cut to best express its innate charisma. Each turbo swirl of iridescence speaks the ancient tongue of the territory it calls home. No enhancements are needed—ours is a gemstone born ready to enchant, its surface buffed to a mirror-like sheen that catches each glint of light, dazzle reflected with radiant integrity.
In the stream of radiance and allure, this Boulder Opal commands attention unlike any other. Engulfed in a spectrum to rival that of rainbows, its electric ribbon of hues promises an expression along any form of jewelry that is singularly personal and vividly expressive. Against the artistry of precious metals, the warmth of the opal's multicolor facets conjures an encounter with life’s vibrant duality—mankind's craftsmanship meeting nature's unadulterated grandeur. Indians of bygone centuries revered such stones as those poured over the earth by the gods. Today, this opal, untouched by modifications, continues that sacred lineage, a bearer of noble reflection, an essence bound to capture as much belonging on a elegant necklace as a prized heirloom or modern fashion statement.
As it makes its home within the embrace of your jewelry collection, allow the innate swell and stir of the Boulder Opal to narrate its vast journey—from its extraordinary incubation within Australia’s silent depths to its crescendo—where it finds fusion with both light and style through your personal expression. The luminosity of this gemstone, facilitated through The Natural Gemstone Company's commitment to quality and narrative, offers a connection to a realm where creativity partners with nature’s perfection, enlivening a tradition that breathes life into each moment it graces with unparalleled splendor.


