
Lightning Ridge Black Opal
0.51ct Australian Lightning Ridge Opal East to West Ring 9ct WG
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 ring features:
- 1 x Oval Cabochon cut Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal gemstone measuring approx. 7x5mm with a minimum gemstone weight of 0.510ct.
- Expertly crafted in 9ct White Gold with a metal weight of 3.75grams.
The ring sits approx. 5.5mm above the finger and measures approx. 6.8mm down the finger.
The band measures approx. 4mm at the shoulder and approx. 2.3mm at the base.
Country of Origin: THAILAND