0.61ct Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Oval Drop Earrings 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.

These earrings features:

• 2 x Oval Cabochon cut Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal gemstones measuring approx. 6x4mm each with a combined minimum gemstone weight of 0.612ct.
• Expertly crafted in 9ct Yellow Gold with a metal weight of 1.75grams.

Each earring measures approx. 20mm in length and approx. 6mm wide.

The earrings are secured using a post and butterfly fitting - for pierced ears only.