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Nature’s canvas comes alive with our Australian opals!
✨ Each opal is a masterpiece, revealing the vibrant spectrum of hues hidden within the earth. Wear a piece of nature’s artwork and let the colors of the Outback adorn your world

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Australian Black Matrix Opal Bracelet 67.65 Carat (BM1009) www.xellentgems.com.auAustralian Opal Jewellery and Gems stones, Manufacturer and supplier

Opal doublets are composite gemstones, combining a thin slice of precious opal with a backing material, often dark in color. This enhances the play-of-color in the opal while providing durability. DM us or visit our website for more info

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Shungite Pyramid shungite pyramid, shungite Stone, Russian shungite

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AUSTRALIAN OPAL 9 PIECE 24.45 CARAT Australian Opal and Other Gems

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160.65 CARAT ROUGH COOBER PEDY OPALS WITH EXCELLENT COLOUR

Contact us if you would like to buy Australian opals. We have got a wide variety of opals and we accept wholesale orders as well. Visit our website for more info, link in bio

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Opal carvings is an art of shaping and sculpting opal gemstones into various forms, designs, and motifs. Opal is a unique gemstone known for its captivating play-of-color, which is caused by the diffraction and interference of light within its internal structure. Due to its beautiful iridescence, opal has been highly prized throughout history for use in jewelry and decorative objects.

Carving opal requires skill, precision, and an understanding of the gemstone's characteristics. The carver must carefully work with the opal's natural color patterns and structure to enhance its beauty. Opal carvings can range from simple shapes and cabochons to intricate sculptures and figurines.

The most common type of opal used for carving is called white opal or milky opal, which has a light or white base color with vibrant flashes of color. Boulder opal, which forms within ironstone matrix, is another popular variety for carving. Black opal, known for its dark body tone and intense play-of-color, is highly valued and sought after but is less commonly used for carving due to its rarity and high value.

Opal carvings can depict a wide range of subjects, including animals, flowers, human figures, mythical creatures, and abstract designs. Skilled artisans use various carving techniques, such as relief carving, intaglio carving, and cameo carving, to bring out the beauty of the opal and create intricate details

The transformation of rough opals into exquisite jewelry is a fascinating process that combines skilled craftsmanship with the inherent beauty of these unique gemstones. Opals, renowned for their captivating play of colors, require careful handling and precise cutting to reveal their true brilliance and maximize their visual impact.

The journey begins with the selection of rough opal material, which can vary greatly in quality and characteristics. Opals are usually mined from specific regions around the world, such as Australia, Ethiopia, and Mexico, where they are found embedded in host rocks or as individual nodules. Once the rough opals are extracted, they undergo a series of steps to unlock their full potential.
Using specialized cutting equipment, the process of shaping the rough opals into gemstones. This delicate task requires precision and expertise. The cutter must consider the stone's thickness, orientation, and specific characteristics to ensure the best possible outcome.

After the initial shaping, the opals undergo the polishing phase. This involves progressively refining the surface of the stone, starting with coarse abrasives and gradually moving to finer ones. Polishing not only enhances the opal's luster but also helps reveal the full spectrum of colors within the stone. The final polish brings out the opal's vibrant hues and captivating patterns, resulting in a dazzling gemstone.

Once the opals have been cut and polished, they are ready to be set into jewelry designs. Skilled artisans, such as goldsmiths or jewelry designers, incorporate the opals into various settings, including rings, earrings, pendants, and bracelets.
The transformation of rough opals into jewelry is a meticulous process that requires a blend of technical expertise, artistic vision, and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of these gemstones. From the careful selection of rough material to the final setting of the opals, each step is a testament to the craftsmanship and passion involved in creating opal jewelry that captivates and delights those who wear it

Opal Beads Necklace, a true embodiment of elegance and natural splendor. This exquisite piece features a collection of beads made with the finest Coober Pedy Jelly Opal, renowned for its captivating beauty.
With a total weight of 114.5 carats, this necklace boasts a stunning array of opal beads. Ranging in size from 5mm to 9mm, the beads are meticulously arranged in perfect sequence, creating a harmonious flow that gracefully adorns the neckline. Each bead showcases the mesmerizing play of colors and delicate color flakes, showcasing the opal's innate brilliance.
Crafted with utmost care and attention to detail, this 60 cm long necklace offers a comfortable and stylish fit. With a weight of 21.3 grams, it strikes the perfect balance between lightweight wearability and substantial presence. The necklace is adorned with approximately 100 beads, each one exhibiting the unique beauty of Australian Natural Solid Opal.
Indulge in the allure of opulence with this captivating piece, perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking to make a statement at a social gathering or add a touch of sophistication to your everyday ensemble, our Opal Beads Necklace is sure to turn heads and evoke admiration. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Australian opal with this exquisite and timeless treasure

Introducing this stunning Matrix Opal necklace that boasts of an exquisite beauty and unique opal colors. Crafted with round beads, each opal bead showcases its own distinctive opal shade, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece.
The opal beads are a mesmerizing blend of blue and green hues that give this necklace a captivating charm. These opal beads have been skillfully crafted to create a harmonious balance of colors and shapes, making it a piece of jewelry that is sure to make heads turn.
The opal used in this necklace has been sourced from the Western Queensland region, near the town of Winton. The opal matrix used in this necklace is the Fairy Opal, a type of natural sandstone opal matrix that has been cooked and burnt with cooking oil to blacken the sandstone. This process makes it easier to see the opal colors and highlights their true beauty.
The necklace measures 43 cm in length and the beads are 5 mm in size. It is a perfect size for any occasion and can be worn with any outfit. Whether it's a formal event or a casual outing, this necklace is sure to add a touch of elegance to your look.
Overall, this Matrix Opal necklace is a true masterpiece that embodies the beauty of nature and the craftsmanship of skilled artisans. It is a piece of jewelry that is sure to be treasured for years to come, and it will make a perfect addition to any jewelry collection

Introducing this stunning Matrix Opal necklace that boasts of an exquisite beauty and unique opal colors. Crafted with round beads, each opal bead showcases its own distinctive opal shade, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece.
The opal beads are a mesmerizing blend of blue and green hues that give this necklace a captivating charm. These opal beads have been skillfully crafted to create a harmonious balance of colors and shapes, making it a piece of jewelry that is sure to make heads turn.
The opal used in this necklace has been sourced from the Western Queensland region, near the town of Winton. The opal matrix used in this necklace is the Fairy Opal, a type of natural sandstone opal matrix that has been cooked and burnt with cooking oil to blacken the sandstone. This process makes it easier to see the opal colors and highlights their true beauty.
The necklace measures 43 cm in length and the beads are 5 mm in size. It is a perfect size for any occasion and can be worn with any outfit. Whether it's a formal event or a casual outing, this necklace is sure to add a touch of elegance to your look.
Overall, this Matrix Opal necklace is a true masterpiece that embodies the beauty of nature and the craftsmanship of skilled artisans. It is a piece of jewelry that is sure to be treasured for years to come, and it will make a perfect addition to any jewelry collection.

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