5.44 Carat Black Opal Oval Cabochon - Blue Play of Color
$2,510.00
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5.44 Carat Black Opal Oval Cabochon - Blue Play of Color
$2,510.00
Product Description
5.44 Carat Lightning Ridge Black Opal - Brilliant Blue Fire
Discover the rare beauty of this exceptional 5.44 carat Black Opal from Australia's legendary Lightning Ridge. This premium gemstone showcases a captivating plain blue play of color with a thin color bar that moves bright and sparkly as the stone rotates.
Why This Black Opal Is Special
- Rare Lightning Ridge Origin: Sourced from Australia's most prestigious black opal mining region
- Vibrant Blue Fire: Plain blue play of color with bright, sparkly movement
- Certified Quality: Professionally graded with brightness level 3.5 (Good to Fine)
- Generous Size: 5.44 carats with impressive 17.42mm x 10.59mm dimensions
- Classic Oval Cut: Flat cabochon cut showcases the stone's natural color play
- Dark Base Color: N3 (Dark Grey), opaque base enhances the blue fire
Gemstone Specifications
| Reference | 15074444 |
| Gemstone Type | Natural Black Opal |
| Origin | Lightning Ridge, Australia |
| Carat Weight | 5.44 carats |
| Measurements | 17.42mm × 10.59mm × 4.62mm |
| Shape & Cut | Oval Flat Cabochon |
| Base Color | N3 (Dark Grey) Opaque |
| Play of Color | Plain Blue Thin Color Bar |
| Brightness Level | 3.5 (Good to Fine) |
| Certified Value | CAD $2,510.00 |
Understanding Opal Brightness
This opal's brightness rating of 3.5 (Good to Fine) means it displays quite bright color that is visible and attractive at arm's length. The brightness scale ranges from 1 (faint) to 5 (brilliant), with this stone falling in the upper-middle range for quality and visual impact.
| 3.0 | Bright - Good color visible at arm's length |
| 3.5 | Quite Bright - This stone's rating |
| 4.0 | Very Bright - Crisp, sharp color at arm's length |
About Your Purchase
This genuine Black Opal includes a professional gemologist certification documenting stone identification, carat weight, measurements, origin, and appraised value of CAD $2,510.00.
Note: The colors move bright and sparkly as the stone is rotated. Photos capture the stone's natural play of color under controlled lighting conditions.