Large First-Quality Black Opal Cabochon 12.15ct- 2.43 g
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From Ethiopia, this Larg First Quality Black Opal Cabochon of 12.15 ct (2.43 g) features play of color in a cabochon cut with smoked treatment.
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This extraordinary black opal cabochon, originating from Ethiopia, presents stunning quality and weighs an impressive 21 carats. The opal's colors glow in vivid blue and green, captured in the gemstone's typical opalescent layer. The unique play of color observable when the stone is rotated makes this opal a true masterpiece of nature.
The Ethiopian black opal is known for its intense colors and 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 its sparkle and brilliance.
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 regarded as real treasures, often used in exclusive jewelry designs.
Weight 12.15 ct
Gem Type Opal
Size 21.7 x 12.8 x 8.5 mm
Color Play of color
Origin Ethiopia
Treatment - Yes- Smoked
Hardness 5--6
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This extraordinary black opal cabochon, originating from Ethiopia, presents stunning quality and weighs an impressive 21 carats. The opal's colors glow in vivid blue and green, captured in the gemstone's typical opalescent layer. The unique play of color observable when the stone is rotated makes this opal a true masterpiece of nature.
The Ethiopian black opal is known for its intense colors and 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 its sparkle and brilliance.
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 regarded as real treasures, often used in exclusive jewelry designs.
Weight 12.15 ct
Gem Type Opal
Size 21.7 x 12.8 x 8.5 mm
Color Play of color
Origin Ethiopia
Treatment - Yes- Smoked
Hardness 5--6
Our shipping costs have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; this is how these shipping costs arise.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs; save on pickup costs..
On some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the stone's color.
In some stones we have placed a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And there may be color deviations, etc., as every computer, monitor and mobile device may display colors with different qualities.
Details
Main mineral
Large First-Quality Black Opal Cabochon
Mineral form
12.15ct
Weight
2.43 g
Country of origin
Ethiopia
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