Opal

Item Description

Opal is one of the most diverse gems out there. It's one of the few stones that looks just as attractive when it's crystal clear as it does when the stones are opaque. Despite it's rather simplistic chemistry, Opals show a great range of color in many varieties. This cabochon cut gem is an attractive Opal from Australia with a greyish background hosting flashes of orange, green, red and blue, and when the stone is backlit, it shows a golden hue. When this stone is strongly lit, it shows great color and the stone is a solid Opal, not a doublet or a triplet, which makes a difference when it comes to Opals. There is MORE color in this stone when you view it in person, but it was difficult to photograph. A worthwhile Opal for the $100 starting bid!