White Opal (Crystal Opal)

Item Description

Australian Opals are among the finest quality and most popular examples in the world. They are beloved for their supreme multi-color appearance, durability and the fact that no two stones are exactly alike. The material has incredibly simple chemistry, yet is notably diverse. I love the fact that Opal is one of the few gems that has as much to offer in a completely transparent example versus an opaque stone in terms of color and beauty. This "Oval cabochon" cut gem is what is often called "Crystal Opal", with a white background hosting flashes of yellow, green, red, pink, blue and purple, but when the stone is backlit, it shows a golden hue. When this stone is strongly lit, it shows very good color and the stone is a solid Opal, not a doublet or a triplet, which makes a difference when it comes to value. Priced at $615.00 retail.