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Natural Opal for Sale, Certified Opals

Natural Opal for Sale - Certified Opals

Buy all types of natural Opal gemstones such as Australian Opal, White Opal, Fire Opal, Ethiopian Opal, Boulder Opal and more online. Our inventory of opal for sale comes in the whole rainbow of colors which include black, white, red, orange, multicolor and much more. Select unique single Opals, matched pairs or lots which are perfect for any type of jewelry such as rings, earrings, wedding bands, pendants and more. The large variety of colors, shapes and sizes makes it easy for every jeweler, designer and collector to find something suitable. All our Opals for Sale are natural which can be certified by well known gemstone labs like ICA Gemlab.

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1.25ct1 Piece
$ 31.66
9.3 x 7.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.25 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 9.3 x 7.2 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Smoked
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.8 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 11.3 x 8.5 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.80 carat weight Black Opal

1.80ct1 Piece
$ 45.45
11.3 x 8.5 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.80 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 11.3 x 8.5 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.70ct1 Piece
$ 43.06
10.4 x 7.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.70 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 10.4 x 7.8 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Smoked
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.13 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 12.6 x 9.4 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.13 carat weight Black Opal

2.13ct1 Piece
$ 53.78
12.6 x 9.4 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.13 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 12.6 x 9.4 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.86ct1 Piece
$ 47.11
12 x 6.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.86 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 12 x 6.9 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Smoked
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.29 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 9.3 x 7.2 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.29 carat weight Black Opal

1.29ct1 Piece
$ 32.57
9.3 x 7.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.29 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 9.3 x 7.2 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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3.26ct1 Piece
$ 82.58
12.8 x 10.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 3.26 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 12.8 x 10.1 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Smoked
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.71 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 10.2 x 7.9 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.71 carat weight Black Opal

1.71ct1 Piece
$ 43.18
10.2 x 7.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.71 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 10.2 x 7.9 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.14 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 11.7 x 8.3 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.14 carat weight Black Opal

2.14ct1 Piece
$ 54.04
11.7 x 8.3 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.14 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 11.7 x 8.3 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.94 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 13.5 x 9.6 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.94 carat weight Black Opal

2.94ct1 Piece
$ 74.24
13.5 x 9.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.94 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 13.5 x 9.6 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.84 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 13.5 x 10.1 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.84 carat weight Black Opal

2.84ct1 Piece
$ 71.71
13.5 x 10.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.84 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 13.5 x 10.1 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.86 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 12.1 x 9.3 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.86 carat weight Black Opal

1.86ct1 Piece
$ 46.97
12.1 x 9.3 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.86 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 12.1 x 9.3 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.65 ct Oval Cut Black Opal, 14.4 x 9.6 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.65 carat weight Black Opal

2.65ct1 Piece
$ 66.91
14.4 x 9.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.65 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 14.4 x 9.6 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.87ct1 Piece
$ 47.22
12.8 x 9.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.87 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 12.8 x 9.1 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.89ct1 Piece
$ 56.70
11.7 x 7.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.89 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 11.7 x 7.9 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.54ct1 Piece
$ 38.50
10.2 x 7.4 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.54 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 10.2 x 7.4 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.27ct1 Piece
$ 32.07
9.4 x 7.4 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.27 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 9.4 x 7.4 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.62ct1 Piece
$ 41.03
11.5 x 7.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.62 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 11.5 x 7.8 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Smoked
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.25 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 9.9 x 7.9 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.25 carat weight Black Opal

1.25ct1 Piece
$ 31.25
9.9 x 7.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.25 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 9.9 x 7.9 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.12ct1 Piece
$ 28.00
10 x 6.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.12 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 10 x 6.8 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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0.74ct1 Piece
$ 24.42
8 x 5.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 0.74 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 8 x 5.8 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.11 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 12.1 x 8.4 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.11 carat weight Black Opal

2.11ct1 Piece
$ 52.75
12.1 x 8.4 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.11 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 12.1 x 8.4 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.57ct1 Piece
$ 61.07
10.1 x 8.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.57 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 10.1 x 8.1 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.22 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 9.8 x 6.9 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.22 carat weight Black Opal

1.22ct1 Piece
$ 30.50
9.8 x 6.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.22 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 9.8 x 6.9 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.33ct1 Piece
$ 51.73
10.1 x 8.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.33 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 10.1 x 8.1 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.44ct1 Piece
$ 36.00
10.2 x 7.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.44 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 10.2 x 7.9 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.42 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 10.1 x 7.8 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 1.42 carat weight Black Opal

1.42ct1 Piece
$ 35.50
10.1 x 7.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 1.42 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 10.1 x 7.8 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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3.51ct1 Piece
$ 88.59
16.1 x 9.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 3.51 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 16.1 x 9.2 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.34ct1 Piece
$ 33.94
9.1 x 7.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.34 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 9.1 x 7.2 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Ethiopia Opal
Opal Treatment: Smoked
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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3.17ct1 Piece
$ 80.04
13.3 x 9.5 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 3.17 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 13.3 x 9.5 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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3.33 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 16.5 x 9.9 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 3.33 carat weight Black Opal

3.33ct1 Piece
$ 83.25
16.5 x 9.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 3.33 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 16.5 x 9.9 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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3.40ct1 Piece
$ 153.00
16.5 x 10.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 3.40 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 16.5 x 10.8 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.85ct1 Piece
$ 46.25
11.1 x 8.5 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 1.85 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 11.1 x 8.5 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Translucent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.21 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 13.9 x 9.3 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.21 carat weight Black Opal

2.21ct1 Piece
$ 55.25
13.9 x 9.3 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.21 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 13.9 x 9.3 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.66ct1 Piece
$ 119.70
13.9 x 9.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Opal
Opal Weight: 2.66 ct Opal
Opal Shape: Oval Facet Opal
Opal Size: 13.9 x 9.9 mm Opal
Opal Color: Multicolor Opal
Opal Clarity: Transparent Opal
Opal Origin: Australia Opal
Opal Treatment: Untreated
Opal Quantity: 1
Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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2.67 ct Loose Oval Cut Black Opal, 12.6 x 9.2 mm From Ethiopia

Natural Black Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 2.67 carat weight Black Opal

2.67ct1 Piece
$ 66.75
12.6 x 9.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Black Opal
Black Opal Weight: 2.67 ct Black Opal
Black Opal Shape: Oval Facet Black Opal
Black Opal Size: 12.6 x 9.2 mm Black Opal
Black Opal Color: Multicolor Black Opal
Black Opal Clarity: Translucent Black Opal
Black Opal Origin: Ethiopia Black Opal
Black Opal Treatment: Smoked
Black Opal Quantity: 1
Black Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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Opals are thought of by many as the most beautiful and exciting of all gemstones. The fascinating play-of-color in which a rainbow of hues dances before your eyes is one of the true wonders of nature.

Opals are a unique gemstone in every sense of the word, from their crystal structure made up of millions of tiny spheres to their transparent, translucent or opaque bodies. They can be a single vivid color or a mix of all imaginable colors, have a light white background or a deep dark backing - the variety is endless.

Opal Colors

Describing the color of an opal is not simple. Some opals possess all the colors of the rainbow but never in regular lines or bands - more like an abstract painting or a random composition.

I will attempt to categorize opal colors as best I can.

We have the most common. White opals with a pale or light body tone upon which the kaleidoscopic colors will be displayed.

Then we have Black opals which have a dark body or background for the colors to contrast against in a dramatic manner.

There are also Fire opals which are generally all one color but the color is a vivid and intense hue often red, yellow or orange as the name may suggest.

The variety of opal colors is too vast to go into much detail but please read our article on Opals for more information.

Opal Species

The types of gemstones that fall under the name of opal are almost as endless as the colors they come in.

Just some of the more well-known ones are:

And we could go on and on!

Opal Price

As with most gemstones, it is the color of the opal that is the number one consideration when appraising its price.

Opals are such an irregular gemstone so there will always be different opinions about which is the most beautiful and we all have our own preferences but over the years certain trends have proved more valuable than others.

For example, an opal that has a dominant red color covering much of the gemstone surface will be very highly valued.

As a very general rule, as you move down the color spectrum from red and orange through green to blue the price lessens more and more.

The direction of the color is an aspect not found in many other stones. Because of the crystal structure of opals, some colors will appear clearer and brighter from one angle more than another.

Other factors have to be taken into account of course with color coverage, contrasts between the color and the background, color intensity and so on.

Carat Weight

Once an opal has been evaluated according to its color, intensity, play-of-color, coverage and so on it is given a price per carat to calculate the gemstone's total value.

Australian opals can be priced as low as $20 per carat all the way up to as much as $1000 per carat for the finest examples.

Fire Opals reach $15 - $100 per carat and Boulder Opals can be found at prices of $5 - $300 per carat depending on quality.

Treatments

Usually Opals are not treated other than by cutting and shaping the stone to capture the best color and pattern and then polishing it.

Some opals look better with a stark contrast between a dark background and a bright color up front. To his end smoke can be introduced into the gemstone's pores to darken the stone. For the same reasons, black opals can be treated with a sugar-acid solution.

A totally accepted form of treatment for opals is the doublet or triplet where a thin layer of opal is mounted onto a durable backing and sometimes given a clear top. This protects the very thin and fragile opal material.

All treatments received by any of our gemstones are clearly disclosed.

Where are Opals found?

Australia is the most famous source of opals with around 90% of the world's supplies originating there. Ethiopia has become a significant player in the Black Opal trade while Fire Opals are most often found in Mexico.

What jewelry is Opal suitable for?

Opals have a rating of 5.5 to 6.5 on Mohs hardness scale. This would normally make them a little bit fragile for many types of jewelry items and not suitable for daily wear.

However gemstones such as Boulder Opals and Matrix Opals are still attached to the durable rocks they formed in so are much tougher than the rating would suggest.

Opal couplets and triplets are also designed to be worn on a regular basis.

Large and striking opals cut into interesting odd shapes can help create wonderful and unique jewelry items, especially pendants, brooches and earrings where durability is not such an issue.

Birthstones and Anniversaries

Opals are the birthstone of October and would make an ideal gift for anyone who has a birthday in that month.

An opal is the traditional gemstone gift for the 14th wedding anniversary.

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I bought a small ring green so I may practice my jewelry making.

Posted By HairyOtter in July, 2023
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Was easy to search for many gems and mineral stones.Authenticity of natural stones is important, and I feel this site offers some assurance on this.

Posted By DanM in November, 2023
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I really enjoy browsing through GemSelect. The selection is always marvelous and I love how detailed everything is described. The only thing I noticed is that when browsing through my phone, the videos of the gems do not load. If there were more videos of the gems, that would be amazing, though I understand that is a lot of work on GemSelect's part! Checking out is also very fast and easy, and I love that the return policy is very good, though I hope I don't have to use it anytime soon.

Posted By ChiChi in January, 2024
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Very pleased with shopping on this site. It's easy to navigate and information about gemstones is very good.

Posted By Kate in December, 2023
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