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Blue opal cab ~
Offered here is a cabochon of blue opal, from Oregon's Succor Creek formation, at the edge of the Owyhee breaks. Even though it has no fire, I really hesitate to call it 'common opal', because it's certainly anything BUT common. It has a super-saturated blue hue that's to-die-for gemmy, with some subtle lighter clouds and streaks. No cracks or other imperfections that I can find. It's surprising to see that this strongly colored stone is very translucent, even when indirectly backlit. And it's amazing to see how light passing through the stone transforms its blue hues so completely. It should be equally beautiful in gold or silver jewelry, no doubt, or it would make a fine addition to any collection. The stone has a nicely rounded dome of 5mm, a gracefully flameshape, and a totally glassy polish both front and back.
Size: 45x19mm
Weight: approximately 24 carats
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 Blue opal
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