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Boulder Opal Rubs Rough Parcel 4 Piece 80g
Original price was: AU$741.AU$556Current price is: AU$556.Weight: 80 grams total weight
Dimensions: See ruler in image
Quantity: 4 Pieces
Source: Winton, QLD, Australia
Price: $520
Description: Opal rubs are wet to show color and taken under LED lighting. Price includes Worldwide Shipping with Insurance.
Crystal Opal 2.42ct Lightning Ridge
AU$2,223Bright rolling rainbow fire with neon flashes of red, orange, yellow, green, and blue across a polished oval crystal opal. Strong color movement with high brightness, ideal for a standout jewelry piece. Perfect for opal ring, opal pendant, or fine custom jewelry where vibrant color play is the focus.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Crystal Opal

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 13.6 x 10.7 x 2.7 mm approx
Weight: 2.42 ct approx
Boulder Opal Ring Sterling Silver Size 7
AU$798Accent Stone: Faceted Amethyst
Setting: Bezel set opal with prong set amethyst
Ring Size: US 7
Total Ring Weight: 13.4ctw
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Boulder Opal Ring Sterling Silver Size 10 1/2
AU$855Accent Stone: Faceted Amethyst
Setting: Bezel set opal with prong set amethyst
Ring Size: US 10.5
Total Ring Weight: 13ctw
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Boulder Opal Ring Sterling Silver Size 10
AU$684Accent Stone: Faceted Amethyst
Setting: Bezel set opal with prong set amethyst
Ring Size: US 10
Opal Weight: 1.1ct
Amethyst Weight: 0.63ct
Total Weight: 11.2ctw
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Boulder Opal Ring Sterling Silver Size 8 1/2
AU$827Type: Boulder Opal Ring
Opal: Natural Australian Boulder Opal
Accent Stone: Faceted Amethyst
Metal: Sterling Silver
Design: Open Shank Ring
Setting: Bezel set opal with prong set amethyst
Ring Size: Adjustable (approx. size 8 to 9)
Opal Weight: 1.57ct
Amethyst Weight: 0.44ct
Total Weight: 10.9ctw
Black Opal 1.67ct Bright Multicolor Fire
AU$6,840Natural Australian black opal with bright multicolor fire with dominant orange, red, and yellow, supported by green, blue, and pink flashes across a polished oval cabochon. Ideal for opal ring, opal pendant, or high end opal jewelry.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Black Opal

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 8.8 x 7.8 x 3.6 mm approx
Weight: 1.67ct approx
Blue Winton Rubbed Rough Boulder Opal Parcel 220g
Original price was: AU$627.AU$470Current price is: AU$470.Weight: 220 gram total weight
Dimensions: See ruler in image
Source: Winton, QLD, Australia
Price: $440
Quantity: 12 Pieces
Opals are wet to show color and taken under LED Lighting. Price includes Worldwide Registered Shipping.
Double Sided Black Opal 1.51ct Multicolor Fire
AU$11,400Natural Australian black opal with vivid multicolor fire including fuchsia pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple across a polished oval cabochon. Double sided color play makes this opal ideal for opal ring, opal pendant, or high end opal jewelry.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Black Opal

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 8.8 x 7.7 x 3.3 mm approx
Weight: 1.51ct approx
Black Opal 1.41ct Red Multicolor Fire
AU$6,028Natural Australian black opal with bright red dominant multicolor fire in a polished cabochon.
Ideal for a custom ring or pendant, perfect for October birthstone jewelry and a meaningful gift.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Dark Opal (Semi Black Opal)

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 13.5 x 6.5 x 2.6 mm
Weight: 1.41ct
Dark Opal 1.78ct Double Sided Fuchsia Pink
AU$3,092Australian opal oval cabochon from Lightning Ridge with vivid fuchsia pink, cyan, green, and blue multicolor fire visible on both sides.
Natural solid Australian opal ideal for a custom ring or pendant, perfect for October birthstone jewelry and a high end gift.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Dark Opal (Semi Black Opal)

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.2 x 4.5 mm approx
Weight: 1.78ct approx
Lightning Ridge Rough Opal Parcel 300g Beginner Opal Parcel
Original price was: AU$527.AU$395Current price is: AU$395.Weight: 300 gram total weight
Dimensions: Container is 16.5 x 16.5cm
Source: Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia
Plenty of colorful, cuttable pieces in this great value parcel. Opals are wet to show color and taken under Natural Sunlight on an iPhone. Price includes Worldwide Registered Shipping.
Dark Opal 0.93ct Neon Multicolor Fire
AU$2,280Natural Australian opal displaying vivid neon bright pink, orange, yellow, green, and blue fire with strong color contrast. Polished oval cabochon, ideal as a premium center stone for a ring or fine jewelry setting.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Dark Opal (Semi Black Opal)

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 6.8×5.8×3.5 mm
Weight: 0.93ct
Dark Opal 1.85ct Neon Multicolor Fire
AU$4,560Natural Australian opal displaying vivid neon bright pink, orange, yellow, green, and blue fire with strong color contrast. Polished oval cabochon, ideal as a premium center stone for a ring or fine jewelry setting.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Dark Opal (Semi Black Opal)

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.4 x 4.1 mm
Weight: 1.85 carats
Dark Opal 8.22ct Metallic Red Pink Rainbow Fire
AU$17,385High grade Natural Lightning Ridge dark opal showing strong metallic red and pink fire with rainbow flashes across a deep body tone. Bright, high contrast color in a polished oval cabochon suited for a high end ring or pendant.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Dark Opal

Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia

Dimensions: 17.8 x 13.9 x 4.6 mm approx
Weight: 8.22ct approx
Black Opal Neon Blue Teal Fire 11.98ct
AU$19,779Natural black opal from Lightning Ridge Australia with Electric blue and green fire. Strong color coverage and size create a bold high end center stone presence for fine jewelry.
Type: Natural Solid Untreated Black Opal
Origin: Lightning Ridge Australia
Dimensions: 22.2 x 14.1 x 6.2 mm
Weight: 11.98ct
3mm Round Calibrated Opal Doublet Parcel 3.05ct
AU$420Australian opal doublet parcel 25pcs calibrated 3mm round. Strong red dominant fire with flashes of orange, green, and blue across calibrated 3mm round opal doublets. Consistent sizing makes this parcel ideal for earrings, rings, and fine jewelry settings.
Stone Type: Australian Opal Doublet
Origin: Coober Pedy, Australia
Size: 3mm round calibrated
Total Weight: 3.05ctw approx
3mm Round Calibrated Opal Doublet Parcel 3.15ct
AU$420Australian opal doublet parcel 25pcs calibrated 3mm round. Bright red dominant fire with flashes of orange, green, and blue across matched 3mm round calibrated opal doublets. Ideal for earrings, rings, and micro pavé jewelry.
Stone Type: Australian Opal Doublet
Origin: Coober Pedy, Australia
Size: 3mm round calibrated
Total Weight: 3.15ctw approx
Opal Doublet Parcel Calibrated Oval and Round 3.83ct
AU$456Australian opal doublet parcel with Bright golden green fire dominates this calibrated opal doublet parcel, supported by flashes of blue across multiple oval and round stones. The consistent color and polish make this parcel highly suitable for professional jewelry use.
Includes a mix of round and oval calibrated sizes, allowing flexible design for rings, earrings, pendants, or multi stone layouts.
Stone Type: Australian Opal Doublet
Origin: Coober Pedy, Australia
Size: 3 mm round, 5×3 mm, 6×4 mm, 7×5 mm, 8×6 mm
Total Weight: 3.83ctw approx
Opal Doublet Pair Multicolor Fire 4.82ct
AU$641Australian opal doublet set with intense neon green, orange, yellow, and blue fire. Ideal for statement earrings, pendants, rings and custom designer jewelry.
Stone Type: Australian Opal Doublet
Origin: Australia
Size: 15.1 x 7.9 mm and 8.9 x 5.3 mm approx
Total Weight: 2.41ctw approx
Natural Australian Opal
Explore genuine natural Australian opals from the world’s premier opal fields including Lightning Ridge, Queensland, and South Australia. Our collection features stunning black opals with intense color displays, vibrant boulder opals with natural ironstone backing, luminous crystal opals showcasing transparency, and elegant white opals with soft pastel hues. Each opal is ethically sourced, 100 percent natural and untreated, displaying unique play of color with brilliant flashes of red, blue, green, and rainbow patterns that make every stone genuinely irreplaceable.
Shop loose opal gemstones perfect for custom jewelry creation, finished opal rings and pendants in silver, gold, and platinum settings. Whether you are a collector seeking investment quality specimens, a jeweler sourcing premium gemstones, or someone drawn to the mesmerizing beauty of Australian opals, our curated selection delivers exceptional quality, authenticity, and the timeless appeal of Australia’s national gemstone celebrated worldwide as the October birthstone.
Natural Australian Opal FAQs
What is Australian opal?
Australian opal is a precious gemstone formed from silica deposits that displays unique play of color with flashes of blue, green, red, orange, and rainbow hues. Australia produces over 95 percent of the world’s precious opals from mining fields including Lightning Ridge, Queensland, and South Australia, making it the global center for opal production.
What are the different types of Australian opals?
The main types of Australian opals include black opal from Lightning Ridge with dark backgrounds enhancing color displays, boulder opal from Queensland with natural ironstone backing, crystal opal featuring transparency and luminosity, and white opal from South Australia with lighter milky backgrounds and pastel colors.
How do I know if my Australian opal is real?
Real Australian opals display natural play of color that shifts with movement and viewing angle, have irregular patterns unique to each stone, and show depth when examined closely. Doublets and triplets have visible layers when viewed from the side, while solid opals are cut from single pieces. Professional gemological testing can confirm authenticity definitively.
How do I care for my Australian opal jewelry?
Remove opal jewelry before swimming, bathing, or using harsh chemicals. Clean gently with mild soap and lukewarm water using a soft cloth. Avoid extreme temperature changes and prolonged direct sunlight. Store opals separately in soft pouches to prevent scratching from harder gemstones. With proper care, Australian opals remain beautiful for generations.
What is the difference between black opal and white opal?
Black opal features a dark background that makes colors appear more vivid and dramatic, found primarily at Lightning Ridge. White opal has a lighter milky background displaying softer pastel colors, sourced mainly from South Australian fields like Coober Pedy. Both are genuine precious opals with play of color.
Can Australian opals be worn every day?
Yes, Australian opals can be worn daily with reasonable care. Boulder opals are particularly durable due to their natural ironstone backing. Remove opal jewelry during activities involving impacts, chemicals, or extreme temperatures. Rings may require more careful wear than pendants or earrings due to exposure.
Why is Lightning Ridge famous for opals?
Lightning Ridge is famous for producing the world’s finest black opals with exceptional color displays on dark backgrounds. The unique geological conditions in this New South Wales region created over millions of years result in opals found nowhere else on Earth, making Lightning Ridge material highly sought after by collectors worldwide.