**Exceptional Australian Natural 9x7mm Black Opal Ring in Sterling Silver**
This exquisite ring, sized S and crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, showcases a true marvel of nature - Australian Black Opal. Classified as Natural Opal Type 1 by the Opal industry, it defines purity and authenticity by presenting the opal in its unaltered state, without cutting or polishing, and featuring a substantially homogenous chemical composition.
Genuine Natural Australian Black Opal holds the distinction of being Australia's National Gemstone and the State Emblem of New South Wales, making it a symbol of luck and pride. This opal is a hydrated amorphous form of silica (SiO2nH2O) with spheres of silicon dioxide molecules meticulously arranged in regular, closely packed planes. It is exclusively found in Lightning Ridge, Australia, a place renowned for producing opals of unparalleled beauty.
Our commitment to quality extends to ensuring that our opals are guaranteed to be free of dyes and artificial color, preserving their inherent elegance. These opals are distinguished by their base tones, ranging from Black (N1-N4), and those displaying evidence of Iron Oxide and mined from Lightning Ridge with a base body tone of (N5-N6) are classified as Australian Dark Opals. These opals, sometimes referred to as Grey, Dark, or Semi-Black in the past, have also been found in limited quantities in various Opal mining fields, such as Mintibie.
At Australian Opal Cutters, every piece of jewelry and loose opal is covered by our comprehensive international warranty. To cater to your preferences, we invite you to communicate any desired modifications or changes during the checkout process, including specific color requirements for your opal. Additionally, for an extra charge, we offer the option to change or upgrade your opal or modify the design of any item in our collection.
Please be aware that opals, known for their dynamic play of colors, may exhibit variations compared to online images, as they possess a living, ever-changing spectrum of hues that can be challenging to capture on camera. Your opal is truly a unique masterpiece.
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This exquisite ring, sized S and crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, showcases a true marvel of nature - Australian Black Opal. Classified as Natural Opal Type 1 by the Opal industry, it defines purity and authenticity by presenting the opal in its unaltered state, without cutting or polishing, and featuring a substantially homogenous chemical composition.
Genuine Natural Australian Black Opal holds the distinction of being Australia's National Gemstone and the State Emblem of New South Wales, making it a symbol of luck and pride. This opal is a hydrated amorphous form of silica (SiO2nH2O) with spheres of silicon dioxide molecules meticulously arranged in regular, closely packed planes. It is exclusively found in Lightning Ridge, Australia, a place renowned for producing opals of unparalleled beauty.
Our commitment to quality extends to ensuring that our opals are guaranteed to be free of dyes and artificial color, preserving their inherent elegance. These opals are distinguished by their base tones, ranging from Black (N1-N4), and those displaying evidence of Iron Oxide and mined from Lightning Ridge with a base body tone of (N5-N6) are classified as Australian Dark Opals. These opals, sometimes referred to as Grey, Dark, or Semi-Black in the past, have also been found in limited quantities in various Opal mining fields, such as Mintibie.
At Australian Opal Cutters, every piece of jewelry and loose opal is covered by our comprehensive international warranty. To cater to your preferences, we invite you to communicate any desired modifications or changes during the checkout process, including specific color requirements for your opal. Additionally, for an extra charge, we offer the option to change or upgrade your opal or modify the design of any item in our collection.
Please be aware that opals, known for their dynamic play of colors, may exhibit variations compared to online images, as they possess a living, ever-changing spectrum of hues that can be challenging to capture on camera. Your opal is truly a unique masterpiece.