Chocolate Opal Gemstones
Chocolate opal gemstones are prized for their warm brown body color combined with flashes of natural opalescent play-of-color.
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Black
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Brown Chocolate Opal
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Golden
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Gray
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Green
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Multicolor Chocolate 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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0.88ct Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Opaque
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
$ 26.29
0.84ct Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Opaque
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 25.10
0.34ct Brown Chocolate Opal, Oval, Transparent
6.6 x 4.8 mm
$ 10.16
0.80ct Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Opaque
8.6 x 5.9 mm
$ 23.90
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Natural Chocolate Opal Gemstones
Natural chocolate opal gemstones are valued for their distinctive brown body tone, which enhances flashes of green, blue, and fiery multicolor play-of-color.
Chocolate Opal from Australia
Most chocolate opals originate in Australia, where iron-rich host material gives these opals their characteristic chocolate-brown appearance and earthy depth.
Loose Chocolate Opals for Jewelry
Loose chocolate opals are ideal for custom jewelry designs, allowing jewelers to showcase the contrast between dark body color and vibrant opalescence.
Chocolate Opal Cabochons
Chocolate opal cabochons are the most popular cut, maximizing color play and durability, making them suitable for rings, pendants, and statement pieces.
Faceted Chocolate Opals
Faceted chocolate opals offer a unique look with sharper reflections, combining traditional opal color play with a more modern gemstone appearance.
Brown Opal vs Chocolate Opal
While often grouped as brown opals, chocolate opals are distinguished by their richer tones and more vivid internal color flashes.
Wholesale Chocolate Opals
We offer chocolate opal gemstones at wholesale prices for jewelers, designers, and collectors seeking consistent quality and competitive value.
Learn more about opal varieties, formation, and care on our Opal Information Page.
FAQs
What is chocolate opal?
Chocolate opal is a natural opal variety with a brown body color that enhances flashes of play-of-color within the stone.
Are chocolate opals natural?
Yes, all chocolate opals offered by GemSelect are 100% natural, with any treatments fully disclosed.
Where do chocolate opals come from?
Most chocolate opals come from Australia, particularly from iron-rich opal fields known for producing dark-bodied opals.
Are chocolate opals suitable for jewelry?
Yes, chocolate opals are commonly used in jewelry, especially as cabochons in rings and pendants, though protective settings are recommended.
What makes chocolate opal valuable?
Value depends on brightness of play-of-color, pattern, body tone, size, and overall condition of the stone.
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