Gemstone: Opal - 7.23 Cts.. Ethiopia. 18.50 x 11.32 x 8.01 mm. ...

Description

Gemstone: Opal - 7.23 Cts.
Ethiopia
18.50 x 11.32 x 8.01 mm

Broad flashes of spectral color move across the surface of this heated Opal, appearing in vivid patches that shift with changes in light and viewing angle. Bright greens, reds, oranges, and occasional blue-violet tones emerge from within the translucent body, creating a layered and highly dynamic visual effect. The stone is fashioned as a smooth oval cabochon, allowing the play-of-color to remain uninterrupted across the domed surface. Internal structure and faint natural inclusions contribute additional depth beneath the polish without distracting from the overall display. This striking Opal presents an energetic combination of color and movement in a classic cabochon form.
          

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