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1.32 Ct. Multi Color Cabochon White Opal (Light Opal) from Australia
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Item ID: | K21937 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.93 Width: 7.88 Height: 4.68 |
Weight: | 1.32 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Light |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Australia |
Per carat price: help | $100 |
A jewel such as this White Opal, Light Opal, appears at first glance as a simple, luminous globe, yet it carries a rarity that few modern gems possess, rarity in both size and color, and a rarity that will be felt by anyone who recognizes true scarcity. At 1.32 carats this round cabochon occupies a sweet spot between wearable grace and collector significance, a weight that is uncommon for transparent, multi color White Opals with such even dimensions. The proportions of 7.93 by 7.88 by 4.68 millimeters reveal a stone that is balanced and substantial, without overwhelming a refined setting, and the very existence of a transparent, multi color White Opal of this scale and symmetry speaks to geological fortune and careful selection. For those who seek gemstones that stand apart from run of the mill material, this opal offers a quiet, confident presence, a rarity that is immediately perceptible in hand and eye, and that will become more treasured with years of wear and contemplation.
The physical attributes of this gem read like a catalogue of desirable traits that rarely align all at once in a single example, transparency that allows inner play to breathe, a multi color palette that shifts with movement, and a cabochon cut that honors the opal family with the most classical and historically resonant shape. Clarity is graded as very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, a level of natural character that adds authenticity without detracting from the stone s luminous charm. Color intensity is described as light, yet it is precisely this subtlety that allows the scattered flashes of color to emerge like soft echoes rather than loud declarations, and the polish is excellent, yielding a surface finish that catches light and reveals the opal s inner life. There has been no enhancement, this is an untreated, natural White Opal, Light Opal, untouched by dye or impregnation, and its origin is Australia, the place that has supplied the world with some of the most storied and prized opal material. These details combine to form an object of provenance and pedigree, a natural marvel that requires no artifice.
To appreciate this opal is to travel inward through time, for opal has been held in esteem across civilizations, from ancient caravans to royal treasuries, and from mythic stories to intimate talismans. The cabochon cut itself is a design steeped in antiquity, a shape favored by jewelers of old because it enhances optical play while preserving the gem s essential character. In classical settings, the domed surface of a cabochon White Opal evokes the moonlit glow of centuries past, a luminous crownstone for signet rings, brooches, and pendants that were worn as statements of lineage and legacy. This particular specimen, with its transparent body and discreet multi color phenomenon, speaks directly to those who prize continuity, to custodians of heirloom style who look for pieces that will be passed down, carrying names, memories and stories. When crafted into a fine piece, this opal will not be a trend driven accent, it will be the quiet focal point of a collection, a time traveling companion that links modern sensibility with the measured tastes of earlier eras.
Compared to many White Opals on the market, especially those offered in standard sizes and mass treatments, this 1.32 carat multi color White Opal stands apart in both scale and chromatic complexity. Many White Opals of similar carat weight present diffuse body tones without transparency, or they show a single color flash rather than a rich, multi color dispersion. Finding a transparent, multi color example in a round, cabochon form with excellent polish and only very slight inclusions at eye view is unusual. From the perspective of gem connoisseurship, the combination of Australian origin, natural state with no enhancement, and the rare measurement profile makes this piece particularly desirable to collectors who compare stones not only by brightness and hue, but by the convergence of qualities that indicate scarcity. The subtly light body color increases the rarity as well, because lighter intensity opals that retain transparent qualities and display multi color play are less frequently encountered than more opaque or uniformly pale stones. For jewelers seeking a central stone that communicates distinction without ostentation, and for collectors who require provenance and natural integrity, this White Opal delivers a level of rarity often sought but seldom found.
As representatives of The Natural Gemstone Company we are proud to present this White Opal, Light Opal, as an exemplar of timeless design, geological provenance, and scarce beauty. We encourage careful consideration of setting options that honor the cabochon form, such as bezel settings that protect the dome while allowing light to caress the surface, or classic prong arrangements that elevate the stone into a pendant or ring where its multi color flashes can be admired at close range. Proper care will preserve its polish and play, and because this opal is natural and untreated, simple caution against harsh chemicals and extreme changes in humidity will help ensure its longevity across generations. For those who collect with a view to legacy, this opal speaks in a language of continuity, an heirloom in waiting, ready to carry personal narratives forward. If you desire a stone that is rare in size, rare in color, rooted in history, and authenticated by natural origin and untouched beauty, this White Opal from Australia is a compelling choice, available through The Natural Gemstone Company, where each gem is selected for its singular story and potential to become part of a family s tradition.
























