Large First Quality Black Opal Cabochon 21.15 ct- 4.23 g
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Larg First Quality Black Opal Cabochon from Ethiopia, 21.15 ct (4.23 g), cabochon cut with smoky treatment, blue‑green play of color, dimensions 26.16 × 18.41 × 10.46 mm.
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This exceptional black opal cabochon from Ethiopia presents itself in breathtaking quality and weighs an impressive 21 carats. The opal’s colors glow in vivid blue and green, captured in the stone’s typical opal layer. The unique play of color observable when rotating the stone makes this opal a true masterpiece of nature.
The Ethiopian black opal is known for its intense colors and its remarkable clarity. These properties have made it one of the most sought-after opals on the market. The cabochon cut perfectly highlights the stone’s beauty and color play, while its smooth, polished surface enhances the sparkle and radiance.
This opal is not only a beautiful piece of jewelry but also a valuable collectible that reflects the unique beauty and rare quality of Ethiopian opals. Opals of this quality are highly valued worldwide and are considered true treasures, often used in exclusive jewelry designs.
Weight 21.15 ct
Gem Type Opal
Size 26.16x18.41x10.46 mm
Color Play of color
Origin Ethiopia
Treatment - Yes- Smoked
Hardness 5--6
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This exceptional black opal cabochon from Ethiopia presents itself in breathtaking quality and weighs an impressive 21 carats. The opal’s colors glow in vivid blue and green, captured in the stone’s typical opal layer. The unique play of color observable when rotating the stone makes this opal a true masterpiece of nature.
The Ethiopian black opal is known for its intense colors and its remarkable clarity. These properties have made it one of the most sought-after opals on the market. The cabochon cut perfectly highlights the stone’s beauty and color play, while its smooth, polished surface enhances the sparkle and radiance.
This opal is not only a beautiful piece of jewelry but also a valuable collectible that reflects the unique beauty and rare quality of Ethiopian opals. Opals of this quality are highly valued worldwide and are considered true treasures, often used in exclusive jewelry designs.
Weight 21.15 ct
Gem Type Opal
Size 26.16x18.41x10.46 mm
Color Play of color
Origin Ethiopia
Treatment - Yes- Smoked
Hardness 5--6
Our shipping costs have been inspected and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, collection, packaging, and shipping; thus these shipping costs arise.
Buyer bears all possible import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs to save..
In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the stone’s color.
In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And there may be color variations, etc., as every computer, monitor, and smartphone can display colors with different qualities.
Details
Main mineral
Large First Quality Black Opal Cabochon
Mineral form
21.15 ct
Weight
4.23 g
Country of origin
Ethiopia
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