Opal is the most colorful of gems. Its splendid play of color is unsurpassed, and fine examples can even be more valuable than diamond. The play of color consists of irridecent color flashes that change with the angle at which the stone is viewed. This phenomenon is often called opalescence. The play of color may consist of large, individual flashes of color (known as schillers), or may be of tiny, dense flashes.
Opals displaying play of color are known as Precious Opals, and opals lacking play of color are known as Common Opals. Precious Opals are cut and polished into cabochons and used in all forms of jewelry, especially as pendants and ring centerpieces.
This listing includes 1 gemstone per order***
Gemstone: Natural Opal
Color: Violet Blue
Transparency: Translucent-Opaque
Shape: Oval
Dimensions: 10x8mm
Cut: Polished Cabochon
Total carat weight: 1.50cts
Clarity: Eye clean
Hardness: 5.5-6.0
Treatment: Dyed
Special considerations: None
SKU: 114657
We are wholesalers of only the highest quality natural precious and semi-precious gemstones. We have a full disclosure policy regarding any treatments and durability concerns. Questions about an item? Don't hesitate to send us a note; we respond within the day!
SPECIAL REQUESTS:
Have a special request in mind like drilling, polishing, or re-cutting? Please contact us before placing your order and we will do our best to accommodate any order! Once purchased, your item will be processed and then shipped. We are located in the heart of New York's Diamond District and have access to hundreds of jewelers, lapidaries, and jewelry technicians.
Please note that the quantity listed can be expanded or modified upon request if possible. Feel free to inquire about other sizes and shapes as well!
RESERVATIONS and LAYAWAYS:
If you have your eye on something but are not ready to purchase yet, send us a note and we will put your item on hold for up to one week.
We offer friendly layaway for items over $100! Work out the best layaway plan with one of our shop members (we are always available by conversation), and your order will ship upon receipt of the last payment.
SHIPPING:
We ship within one business day, excluding orders with special requests. Please send us a note prior to purchasing if you require international shipping.
We package and ship discreetly; please add a note if you require a signature upon delivery.
REFUNDS:
If for any reason you wish to return your order, please notify us within 10 days of receipt for a full refund.
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