15.26 ct - Exceptional Natural Ethiopian Opal – Double Cabochon – Intense Multicolor play of color Cabochon - Height: 20 mm - Width: 15 mm- 3.05 g - (1)
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Holds a master’s in chemistry with 25 years’ experience in minerals consulting.
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Natural Ethiopian opal, 15.26 ct, cut as a substantial double cabochon with both sides polished, translucent with multicolor play of color (neon green, electric blue, turquoise, yellow, orange and red), 20 × 15 × 10 mm, 3.052 g, from Welo, Ethiopia, shipped with a display case.
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15.26 ct - Exceptional natural Ethiopian Opal, cut as a substantial double cabochon and polished on both sides.
The translucent body displays an exceptionally vivid and dynamic multicolor play of color, with intense flashes of neon green, electric blue and turquoise, accompanied by bright yellow, orange and red. The pattern combines broad flashes, irregular patches and ribbon-like areas of color that appear and disappear dramatically as the gemstone is moved.
One of its most attractive features is the double-cabochon cut: both sides are domed and polished, allowing the internal color structure to be appreciated from different angles and creating remarkable optical depth.
A striking collector gemstone with excellent brightness, strong color contrast and a particularly lively play of color.
Gemstone: Natural Ethiopian Opal
Weight: 15.26 ct
Dimensions: 20 × 15 × 10 mm
Cut: Freeform Double Cabochon
Transparency: Translucent
play of color: Multicolor – green, blue, turquoise, yellow, orange and red
Condition: Excellent, polished on both sides
Shipped with its protective display.
Each natural opal is a unique creation of nature, with an extraordinary play of colors and flashes - no two stones are ever the same.
***All photos were taken using lamp light, with professional photographic lenses, to enhance the colors and also the details and imperfections of the gem. Looking with the naked eye, possible streaks, inclusions and imperfections are much less visible or not visible at all.***
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What is an Opal?
Opal is a unique gemstone renowned for its play-of-color, an optical phenomenon where flashes of vibrant colors, such as red, green, blue, and yellow, shift across its surface when viewed from different angles. This effect is caused by the unique internal structure of Opal, which diffracts light into its spectral components. Opals can range from translucent to opaque, with varieties like white, black, and fire opals showcasing different characteristics. It is believed to inspire creativity, awaken intuition, and foster emotional clarity. Whether worn as jewelry or cherished as a collector's piece, Opal holds a timeless allure that connects us to the wonders of the natural world.
Composition: Hydrated silica.
Origin: Most Opals come from Australia, with notable deposits in Ethiopia and Mexico.
*SHIPPING*
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Seller's Story
Welcome to Angolo Vetusto Earth Stones, my name is Dalla Stella Federico.
Since I was a child, I have been fascinated by gems and minerals, and by the search and discovery of their true nature. This passion eventually grew into a desire to make it my life and profession, leading me to study and become a professional lapidary, as well as an expert in minerals from around the world, with a special focus on Italian specimens.
I am an expert lapidary, specializing in cutting and polishing hard stones such as Australian and Ethiopian opals, agates, quartzes, jaspers, and more.
Ongoing study has led me and continues to lead me to create increasingly precise work, with great attention to the smallest details, in order to best enhance the natural beauty of each gem.
I import high-quality minerals and raw gems from all over the world, to offer only the finest specimens to high-level collectors.
Translated by Google Translate15.26 ct - Exceptional natural Ethiopian Opal, cut as a substantial double cabochon and polished on both sides.
The translucent body displays an exceptionally vivid and dynamic multicolor play of color, with intense flashes of neon green, electric blue and turquoise, accompanied by bright yellow, orange and red. The pattern combines broad flashes, irregular patches and ribbon-like areas of color that appear and disappear dramatically as the gemstone is moved.
One of its most attractive features is the double-cabochon cut: both sides are domed and polished, allowing the internal color structure to be appreciated from different angles and creating remarkable optical depth.
A striking collector gemstone with excellent brightness, strong color contrast and a particularly lively play of color.
Gemstone: Natural Ethiopian Opal
Weight: 15.26 ct
Dimensions: 20 × 15 × 10 mm
Cut: Freeform Double Cabochon
Transparency: Translucent
play of color: Multicolor – green, blue, turquoise, yellow, orange and red
Condition: Excellent, polished on both sides
Shipped with its protective display.
Each natural opal is a unique creation of nature, with an extraordinary play of colors and flashes - no two stones are ever the same.
***All photos were taken using lamp light, with professional photographic lenses, to enhance the colors and also the details and imperfections of the gem. Looking with the naked eye, possible streaks, inclusions and imperfections are much less visible or not visible at all.***
AAA – See all my auction lots, if you win multiple lots, you only pay 1 shipping.
IMPORTANT - You must wait for the end of all auctions before paying if you want Catawiki to combine the shipment automatically. If the auctions are different, pay only 1 auction, contact me and I will remove the shipping costs from all the other auctions, to combine everything into 1 shipment.***
What is an Opal?
Opal is a unique gemstone renowned for its play-of-color, an optical phenomenon where flashes of vibrant colors, such as red, green, blue, and yellow, shift across its surface when viewed from different angles. This effect is caused by the unique internal structure of Opal, which diffracts light into its spectral components. Opals can range from translucent to opaque, with varieties like white, black, and fire opals showcasing different characteristics. It is believed to inspire creativity, awaken intuition, and foster emotional clarity. Whether worn as jewelry or cherished as a collector's piece, Opal holds a timeless allure that connects us to the wonders of the natural world.
Composition: Hydrated silica.
Origin: Most Opals come from Australia, with notable deposits in Ethiopia and Mexico.
*SHIPPING*
Shipping is always carried out with a tracking code, paying the utmost attention and care to the packaging of the object to preserve its beauty and current condition. The courier may vary according to the destination, if you wish to leave some specific instructions for delivery, kindly inform me as soon as possible, because shipments are almost always made the next morning.
*SATISFIED BUYER*
Angolo Vetusto is committed to bringing maximum professionality and transparency, always presenting original lots, full of detailed high definition photos and defining each object in detail in all its strengths and weaknesses.
If there is a problem with the lot received or due to shipping (which does not depend on us), wait to leave negative feedback, WE are always committed to solving any problem due to the lot or shipping, contact us immediately and we will be happy to resolve every issue. We care a lot about satisfying every buyer and maintaining the utmost professionality.
Always remember to leave POSITIVE FEEDBACK, if you are satisfied with your purchase, it is important for both buyers and sellers.
Thanks, Happy Auction everyone!
Seller's Story
Welcome to Angolo Vetusto Earth Stones, my name is Dalla Stella Federico.
Since I was a child, I have been fascinated by gems and minerals, and by the search and discovery of their true nature. This passion eventually grew into a desire to make it my life and profession, leading me to study and become a professional lapidary, as well as an expert in minerals from around the world, with a special focus on Italian specimens.
I am an expert lapidary, specializing in cutting and polishing hard stones such as Australian and Ethiopian opals, agates, quartzes, jaspers, and more.
Ongoing study has led me and continues to lead me to create increasingly precise work, with great attention to the smallest details, in order to best enhance the natural beauty of each gem.
I import high-quality minerals and raw gems from all over the world, to offer only the finest specimens to high-level collectors.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
15.26 ct - Exceptional Natural Ethiopian Opal – Double Cabochon – Intense Multicolor play of color
Mineral form
Cabochon
Supplement
With display case
Weight
3.05 g
Origin (region/city)
Welo
Country of origin
Ethiopia
Height
20 mm
Width
15 mm
Depth
10 mm
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