
Lightning Ridge Black Opal
0.30ct Australian Lightning Ridge Opal & Diamond Accent Pendant 9ct YG
Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opals are a gemstone like no other, renowned for its striking colour play and rare, deep black body colour. Discovered in 1902 and mined in limited quantities from Australia’s Lightning Ridge, this opal is prized for its rarity and unmatched beauty. With each stone displaying a unique pattern of vibrant hues, it’s an investment in both craftsmanship and history. As one of the world’s most valuable opals, it offers a rare chance to own a piece of nature’s brilliance. Opal has been Australias national gemstone since 1993 and has been part of indigenous culture for over 60,000 years, with dreamtime legends calling it the fire of the desert.
This pendant features:
- 1 x Oval Cabochon cut Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal gemstones measuring approx. 6x4mm each with a combined minimum gemstone weight of 0.306ct.
- 1 x Round cut Natural Diamond measuring approx. 1.25mm each with a combined minimum weight of 0.007ct.
- Total combined minimum gemstone weight for this piece is 0.313ct.
- Expertly crafted in 9ct Yellow Gold with a metal weight of 1.75grams.
The pendant measures approx. 14mm in length and approx. 9mm wide.
The hidden bale has internal dimensions of approx. 3x2mm and can take chains up to 2mm.
This is a pendant only piece.
Country of Origin: THAILAND