Large First Quality Black Opal Cabochon 1.25 carats- 0.25 g

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Larg First Quality Black Opal Cabochon from Ethiopia, cabochon form, 1.25 ct (10.1 × 6.7 × 4.0 mm), smoked treatment.

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This exceptional black opal cabochon, originating from Ethiopia, presents itself in stunning quality and weighs an impressive 21 carats. The opal's colors shine in vibrant blues and greens, captured in the gemstone's signature opal layer. The unique play of colors, which can be observed when rotating the stone, makes this opal a true masterpiece of nature.

Ethiopian black opal is known for its intense colors and impressive clarity. These qualities have made it one of the most sought-after opals on the market. The cabochon cut perfectly highlights the stone's beauty and play of colors, while its smooth, polished surface enhances its sparkle and radiance.

This opal is not only a beautiful piece of jewelry, but also a valuable collector's item, reflecting the unique beauty and rare quality of Ethiopian opals. Opals of this quality are highly prized worldwide and considered true treasures, often used in exclusive jewelry designs.

Weight 1.25ct
Gem Type Opal
Size 10.1x6.7x4.0mm
Color play of color
Origin Ethiopia
Treatment - Yes - Smoked
Hardness 5–6

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This exceptional black opal cabochon, originating from Ethiopia, presents itself in stunning quality and weighs an impressive 21 carats. The opal's colors shine in vibrant blues and greens, captured in the gemstone's signature opal layer. The unique play of colors, which can be observed when rotating the stone, makes this opal a true masterpiece of nature.

Ethiopian black opal is known for its intense colors and impressive clarity. These qualities have made it one of the most sought-after opals on the market. The cabochon cut perfectly highlights the stone's beauty and play of colors, while its smooth, polished surface enhances its sparkle and radiance.

This opal is not only a beautiful piece of jewelry, but also a valuable collector's item, reflecting the unique beauty and rare quality of Ethiopian opals. Opals of this quality are highly prized worldwide and considered true treasures, often used in exclusive jewelry designs.

Weight 1.25ct
Gem Type Opal
Size 10.1x6.7x4.0mm
Color play of color
Origin Ethiopia
Treatment - Yes - Smoked
Hardness 5–6

Our shipping costs have been verified and approved by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and the
Perform shipping; this results in these shipping costs.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.
See also our other articles and shipping costs, save on pickup costs.
In some of the images, the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
With some stones, we held a light beneath the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And it can lead to deviations in colors, etc., since each computer, monitor, and mobile phone may display different qualities of colors!

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Main Mineral
Large First Quality Black Opal Cabochon
Mineral Form
1.25 carats
Weight
0.25 g
Country of Origin
Ethiopia
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