Black Opal Gemstones
Explore natural black opal gemstones prized for their dramatic dark body tone and vibrant play-of-color.
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Bi-color
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Black
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Blue
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Brown
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Golden
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Gray
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Green
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Multicolor Black Opal
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Orange
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Pink
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Purple
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Red
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Turquoise
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Violet
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White
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Yellow
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6.01ct Multicolor Black Opal, Marquise, Opaque
18.3 x 9.5 mm
$ 300.50
2.37ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
13.2 x 9.6 mm
$ 83.19
1.04ct Multicolor Black Opal, Emerald Cut, Opaque
8.3 x 6.9 mm
$ 36.40
7.46ct Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
$ 373.00
2.38ctw Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 94.25
1.39ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
9.3 x 7.4 mm
$ 41.70
2.67ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
$ 80.10
0.88ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 26.40
1.71ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
9.8 x 8.6 mm
$ 52.82
1.15ct Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Translucent
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 34.85
1.70ctw Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 61.20
1.19ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 36.76
47.99ct Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque
31.2 x 27.1 mm
$ 5,758.80
1.18ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 37.38
0.97ct Multicolor Black Opal, Emerald Cut, Opaque
8.5 x 6.2 mm
$ 29.96
1.10ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 33.98
1.19ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
$ 35.70
2.19ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
13.7 x 7.5 mm
$ 87.60
1.27ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 50.29
2.00ct Multicolor Black Opal, Sphere / Ball, Opaque
7.5 mm
$ 72.00
1.17ct Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Opaque
10.3 x 6.4 mm
$ 36.14
7.51ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
20.7 x 11.7 mm
$ 375.50
3.56ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque
13.3 x 9.9 mm
$ 124.96
1.17ct Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent
9.3 x 7.4 mm
$ 35.10
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Natural Black Opal Gemstones
Natural black opal gemstones are valued for their dark body color, which enhances vivid flashes of red, blue, and green play-of-color. These rare opals are among the most sought-after varieties in the world.
Loose Black Opals for Jewelry
Loose black opals are ideal for custom jewelry designs, allowing jewelers to showcase each stone’s unique color patterns. They are especially popular for rings, pendants, and statement pieces.
Australian Black Opal
Most fine black opals originate from Australia, particularly Lightning Ridge. Australian black opal is renowned for its strong color contrast, durability, and consistent quality.
Black Opal Play-of-Color
The defining feature of black opal is its intense play-of-color, created by light interacting with microscopic silica spheres. Darker body tones make these colors appear brighter and more dynamic.
Black Opal Cuts and Shapes
Black opals are commonly cut as cabochons to maximize color display, though select stones may be faceted. Popular shapes include oval, freeform, and pear.
Investment-Grade Black Opals
High-quality black opals with strong brightness and rare color combinations are often purchased by collectors as long-term investments due to their limited supply.
Learn more about opal varieties, structure, and care on our Opal Information Page.
FAQs
What makes black opal more valuable than other opals?
Black opal’s dark body tone enhances color intensity, making its play-of-color more vivid and rare compared to white or crystal opals.
Are all black opals from Australia?
Most fine black opals come from Australia, especially Lightning Ridge, though smaller deposits exist elsewhere.
Are GemSelect black opals natural?
Yes, all black opal gemstones sold by GemSelect are natural, with any treatments fully disclosed for transparency.
Is black opal suitable for everyday jewelry?
Black opal can be worn daily with care. Protective settings are recommended, as opals are softer than many other gemstones.
How should black opal gemstones be cared for?
Avoid harsh chemicals, extreme heat, and prolonged dryness. Clean gently with a soft cloth and store separately.
GemSelect Certified Store Reviews
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Overall Rating -> 10 
Love the precise descriptions and calibrations of hte loose gemstones. Would like to have seen more variety in the size gem I was looking for.
Overall Rating -> 10
So far, my experience was great...Thanks
Overall Rating -> 10
Found a beautiful opal at a great price. I was not disappointed when it arrived. Even better in person.
Overall Rating -> 9 
I was looking for a small gift for a friend- the process is the same as every other time and was very simple, and she even got her gift early! On the downside, there's no way to easily keep track of multiple Shipping Addresses, so if I want to send a gift to Friend A and to Friend B, I have to overwrite everything and it's a fair bit clunky in that regard.
Overall Rating -> 10
My experience has always been fantastic. Today I saved 6 gems to email a customer looking for a particular color blend to fit into an east west setting, so her options were limited, but we found one she wanted, deleted all the others in the cart and order the gem she selected. It was helpful to be able to put them in the cart so I could save them until she selected the one she wanted without having to research all of them again.
Overall Rating -> 10
Great experience. I can't wait to explore on the website further.
