This 1.8ct solid Australian black opal from Lightning Ridge is a natural, untreated gemstone mined in New South Wales, Australia. Expertly cut and well polished in a distinctive freeform cabochon shape, this opal measures 14.5 × 8.1 × 2.8 mm and features a deep black body tone that provides the perfect canvas for its extraordinary neon color display.

Vivid neon teal green and blue fire flashes across the surface, revealing brilliant play of color in a striking broad flash pattern. The freeform shape showcases intense color patches that appear to glow with electric brightness, creating a mesmerizing display that combines vibrant teal with deep sapphire blue. The broad flash pattern creates exceptional brilliance across the entire organic surface, making this a truly distinctive specimen that showcases Lightning Ridge's world renowned quality for producing the finest black opals.

The unique freeform shape makes this black opal ideal for artistic jewelry designs that celebrate natural forms. Jewelry designers appreciate the organic form for contemporary pendants where the distinctive shape becomes the focal point, or custom rings that showcase the stone's unique character. The 2.8 mm profile provides excellent proportions for bezel settings in modern designs or specialty prong mountings for sculptural creations. This gemstone works beautifully in platinum, gold, or sterling silver settings that enhance the neon teal and blue fire, and is perfectly sized for statement rings, artistic pendants, or elegant necklaces that showcase clean modern aesthetics.

This is a 100% natural solid black opal, never treated and not a doublet or triplet, making it highly desirable for collectors and fine jewelry designers. The distinctive freeform shape and vivid neon color play make it ideal for use as a ring stone, pendant centerpiece, or bespoke statement jewelry, while also appealing to serious opal collectors seeking unique Lightning Ridge material with exceptional fire, strong brightness, and premium body tone.

As Australia's national gemstone and the October birthstone, this Lightning Ridge black opal carries both symbolic and collectible value. Black opals from Lightning Ridge continue to appreciate as the mines yield fewer world class specimens each year. The freeform shape combined with the neon teal and blue fire make this a truly exceptional gemstone for contemporary jewelry enthusiasts and collectors seeking one of a kind pieces.

This stunning opal will arrive securely packaged in an Opal Galaxy gift box, making it ready for safe storage, jewelry setting, or presentation as a collector gemstone.