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1.09 Ct. Multi Color Cabochon White Opal (Light Opal) from Australia
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Item ID: | K22197 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 11.64 Width: 5.79 Height: 2.77 |
Weight: | 1.09 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Medium |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Fancy |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $160 |
This exquisite 1.09 carat fancy shape multi color White Opal, also known as Light Opal, is a standout example of natural Australian opal, offered exclusively by The Natural Gemstone Company. Measuring 11.64 x 5.79 x 2.77 mm, and finished as a smooth cabochon, this stone presents an inviting translucence that allows flashes of internal color to breathe without being overwhelmed by body tone. The cabochon cutting style enhances the gem s play of color, creating soft ribbons and patches of green, blue, and warm fire that shift with every subtle movement. Clarity is graded as very slightly included at eye level, which in opal terms means natural character without distracting flaws, and the medium color intensity strikes a beautiful balance between subtle elegance and visible vibrancy. The polish is excellent, and the gem is completely untreated with no enhancement, a fact that amplifies both its natural value and desirability for collectors and designers seeking authenticity.
Compared to many commercial opals on the market, this White Opal stands apart in quality, value, and uniqueness. Many available opals are assembled as doublets or triplets to simulate heavier color, or they have undergone treatments that compromise longevity and resale value. This piece is a single, natural opal from Australia, the benchmark origin for quality opal, and it carries the advantage of being untreated, which preserves its natural structure and long term stability. The fancy shape and cabochon cut make it particularly versatile for bespoke jewelry, translating easily into rings, pendants, or bespoke inlay work where a refined, organic silhouette is desired. While higher intensity black opals command premium pricing for dramatic color on a dark field, this Light Opal offers a luminous, ethereal presence that reads as classic and wearable, and it often outperforms many mass market white opals in play of color and polish. For those weighing price against performance, this 1.09 carat stone from The Natural Gemstone Company presents a compelling balance of affordable rarity and immediate visual appeal.
Beyond its aesthetic virtues, White Opal carries a rich metaphysical reputation that many collectors and wearers find meaningful, especially when selecting a stone for daily jewelry or meditation. Traditionally, White Opal is associated with emotional clarity and gentle healing, it is thought to soothe mood swings and to encourage purity of feeling and intention. Practitioners who work with crystal energy commonly recommend Light Opal for enhancing creativity and imaginative vision, because its shifting internal colors stimulate new perspectives while maintaining a calming, centered influence. This opal is also frequently mentioned in contexts of self expression and communication, supporting those who wish to speak more honestly or release patterns of self doubt. Unlike more intense or more grounding stones, White Opal is known for its light, nurturing energy, making it suitable for people who prefer subtle shifts in awareness rather than abrupt or confrontational transformations.
Selecting this Australian White Opal from The Natural Gemstone Company means choosing a responsibly sourced, highly finished gem that performs beautifully in jewelry and in personal practice. Because it is natural and untreated, the stone benefits from mindful care, avoiding prolonged exposure to water where appropriate, and protecting it from hard knocks given opal s relative softness compared to corundum and diamond. Set with protective bezel settings or in pendants, it will retain its polish and color play for generations. Our team hand inspects every piece to ensure the cabochon form sits true, the polish is flawless, and the color play is well distributed for the face of the gem, so you receive a ready to set option that minimizes additional cutting or adjustment. For collectors, designers, and anyone seeking a gemstone that combines natural authenticity, wearable elegance, and a gentle metaphysical presence, this 1.09 carat White Opal from The Natural Gemstone Company offers an exceptional choice, delivering more character and lasting value than many standard market offerings.
























