Natural Australian Crystal Opal 1.18Ct

Overview
An Exceptional Crystal Opal Pendant Showcasing The Luminous Play-Of-Colour Characteristic Of Premium Australian Opal. The Stone Displays A Striking Broad Flash Pattern With Dominant Green And Yellow Hues, Set Within A Transparent To Translucent Crystal Body Of Exceptional Clarity. The Piece Is Mounted In Yellow Gold, Presenting A Warm, Classic Aesthetic That Complements The Opal'S Vibrant Optical Properties.

Opal Specification
Type: Crystal Opal
Origin: Australian
Body Tone: N9 (Light/White)
Brightness: 1 (Vivid)
Pattern: Broad Flash
Dominant Colours: Green, Yellow, With Secondary Blue And White Flashes
Weight: 1.18 Carats
Crazing: None Visible
Transparency: Transparent To Translucent
Lustre: Vitreous To Resinous

Setting And Metal
Metal: Yellow Gold
Setting: Bezel Mount
Dimensions: Approximately 10Mm Length X 3.5Mm Width X 7Mm Depth

Optical Characteristics
The Opal Exhibits Exceptional Play-Of-Colour With Vivid Colour Saturation. The Broad Flash Pattern Creates Sweeping Bands Of Colour That Shift Across The Stone'S Face As Viewing Angle Changes. The Crystal Body Allows Light Penetration, Enhancing The Depth And Brilliance Of The Colour Display. Fluorescence Characteristics Indicate Potential Phosphorescence In Long/Short Wave, Consistent With Premium Australian Crystal Opal.

Condition
The Stone Presents In Excellent Condition With No Visible Crazing, Chips, Or Surface Damage. The Polish Is Clean And Well-Maintained. The Bezel Setting Is Secure And Shows No Signs Of Wear Or Damage.

Certification
Assessed By Australian Opal Cutters (Johan Fourie, 26 April 2021)
Valuation: Aud $299.72

Market Context
Crystal Opals Of This Quality And Size, Displaying Vivid Broad Flash Patterns With Strong Green And Yellow Saturation, Represent Premium Material. The Light Body Tone (N9) Combined With Exceptional Brightness And Regular Pattern Distribution Makes This Stone Suitable For Fine Jewellery Applications. Australian Crystal Opal Of This Specification Typically Commands Strong Collector And Retail Demand.

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