1.68ct Natural Black Opal - Marquise Sparkling Cherry Red
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This 1.68ct natural black opal from Lightning Ridge displays an extraordinary full spectrum fire with intense red orange green and blue flashes. The fire pattern covers the entire face of the stone in a dense mosaic of sparkling color. Every shift of light reveals new layers of brilliance that make this gem exceptional for high end jewelry.

Cut in a refined marquise style with elegant symmetry this opal has a softly domed surface and a polished finish that brings out maximum color intensity. The dark body tone enhances every fireburst and adds depth to its optical performance. This stone is natural untreated and free of doublets or synthetic materials.

This black opal is perfect for a designer ring a luxury pendant or a once in a lifetime gift. Its size color coverage and rarity make it a standout piece in any fine gemstone collection.

Whether you are a collector or jeweler this opal offers the kind of fire and contrast only found in premium Lightning Ridge stones. No enhancements no fillers just pure Australian opal at its best.

Features and Benefits:

  • Natural black opal direct from Lightning Ridge Australia

  • Full spectrum fire with dominant red and green flashes

  • Symmetrical marquise shape ideal for ring or pendant

  • Solid untreated gemstone with no doublets or treatments

  • Premium quality rare opal suitable for high end custom jewelry

Watch more opals on our YouTube Channel

About Black Opals

Black Opal is the most rarest type of Opal, only found in a very few places in the world (mainly Lightning Ridge in NSW, Australia however some has been found in Mintabie and other small mine sites). Black Opal is non transparent. If you shine light onto it you will not be able to see through the Opal. It is made up of potch and magnificent colours and patterns. Because Black Opal is so rare and also so beautiful, it is the most expensive type of Opal you will find. Read more here about black opals

Please be aware that slight color variations in our opals may occur due to differences in screen configurations.

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We offer a lifetime guarantee for natural cracks that may form in our opals. There is a very low chance that this can happen, however occasionally it might. Our guarantee excludes any opals sold with existing fractures.
Please view our Terms and Conditions.

Australian Opals do not change their appearance after exposure to heat / climate / humidity / water.
An Australian Opal will not be damaged when exposed to light chemicals such as dishwashing detergent or hand soap. You should not however expose your opal to hasher chemicals such as bleach or ammonia.
They are however susceptible to cracking if knocked hard enough. If wearing your opal set in a ring you should always be careful that it is not knocked during physical activities.
If undertaking some form of sport or manual labour, please take off your ring or other opal jewelry so that it is not damaged.

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1.68ct Natural Black Opal – Marquise Sparkling Cherry Red

USD $4,890

Opal Details:

Type: Natural Solid Untreated Polished Black Opal
Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia
Dimensions: 13.1×7.6×3.1mm (approx.)
Weight: 1.68ct (approx.)

In stock

SKU: XX1831

This 1.68ct natural black opal from Lightning Ridge displays an extraordinary full spectrum fire with intense red orange green and blue flashes. The fire pattern covers the entire face of the stone in a dense mosaic of sparkling color. Every shift of light reveals new layers of brilliance that make this gem exceptional for high end jewelry.

Cut in a refined marquise style with elegant symmetry this opal has a softly domed surface and a polished finish that brings out maximum color intensity. The dark body tone enhances every fireburst and adds depth to its optical performance. This stone is natural untreated and free of doublets or synthetic materials.

This black opal is perfect for a designer ring a luxury pendant or a once in a lifetime gift. Its size color coverage and rarity make it a standout piece in any fine gemstone collection.

Whether you are a collector or jeweler this opal offers the kind of fire and contrast only found in premium Lightning Ridge stones. No enhancements no fillers just pure Australian opal at its best.

Features and Benefits:

  • Natural black opal direct from Lightning Ridge Australia

  • Full spectrum fire with dominant red and green flashes

  • Symmetrical marquise shape ideal for ring or pendant

  • Solid untreated gemstone with no doublets or treatments

  • Premium quality rare opal suitable for high end custom jewelry

Watch more opals on our YouTube Channel

About Black Opals

Black Opal is the most rarest type of Opal, only found in a very few places in the world (mainly Lightning Ridge in NSW, Australia however some has been found in Mintabie and other small mine sites). Black Opal is non transparent. If you shine light onto it you will not be able to see through the Opal. It is made up of potch and magnificent colours and patterns. Because Black Opal is so rare and also so beautiful, it is the most expensive type of Opal you will find. Read more here about black opals

Please be aware that slight color variations in our opals may occur due to differences in screen configurations.

Registered Shipping $15 under $200
Free Registered Shipping over $201
Free Worldwide EMS Express Shipping over $1000
Free Worldwide FedEx Shipping over $6500
Extra Cost $25 EMS Shipping Upgrade under $200
Extra Cost $10 EMS Shipping Upgrade under $999
Extra Cost $100 FedEx Shipping Upgrade under $6499
All shipping includes complimentary insurance.
Please view ourย Shipping Policyย page for more information.

7 day return and refund policy.
Please view ourย Return and Refundย page for more information.

We offer a lifetime guarantee for natural cracks that may form in our opals. There is a very low chance that this can happen, however occasionally it might. Our guarantee excludes any opals sold with existing fractures.
Please view our Terms and Conditions.

Australian Opals do not change their appearance after exposure to heat / climate / humidity / water.
An Australian Opal will not be damaged when exposed to light chemicals such as dishwashing detergent or hand soap. You should not however expose your opal to hasher chemicals such as bleach or ammonia.
They are however susceptible to cracking if knocked hard enough. If wearing your opal set in a ring you should always be careful that it is not knocked during physical activities.
If undertaking some form of sport or manual labour, please take off your ring or other opal jewelry so that it is not damaged.

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