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Australian Opal Rings
Australian Opals have their own exquisiteness that all admire. These exquiste opals are found in the Australian Outback which is quite rough and has extreme weather conditions. These conditions have safeguarded Australia’s sublime opals and have nurtured them to become beautiful as if they were designed and made with an unimaginable power. Australia is number one source for opals and other opal jewelries because of their abundance in the Australian Outback.
There are actually opals that are commonly found in dry areas outside of Australia. However, these opals do not have the fire and beauty precious Australian opals possess thatis why they are sold at a much lower price or they are made into doublets and triplets. Precious Australian opals are found only dry areas where there is limited or no water supply. These conditions actually make it harder to find the opals and it will also make the opals found more expensive than other common opals.
Many people are interested in Australian opal jewelry. Australian opal rings are really popular to buyers nowadays since they cater to men and women. Unlike other Australian opal jewelry, Australian opal rings actually have fewer complexdesigns and are more of simplistic and classic so that the beauty of the opals stand out.
A popular gemstone choice for men when it comes to Australian opal rings are the black opals. These opals are set on either gold or silver rings and are very masculine and impressive. The contrast between the metal and the gemstonemakes the opal stand out and emit a certain fire that makes the wearer more powerful yet peaceful.
On the other hand, a popular choice for women when it comes to Australian opal rings are the opals which are inlaid in thin metal and are adorned with diamonds. This type of ring makes the opal stand out against a sparkling white frame making it look like its glowing. Most women look for these types of Australian opal rings because of its sophisticated beauty.
There are also Australian opal rings that are being sold at a lower price compared to the precious opals. These Australian opal rings are doublets or even triplets. Doublets make use of thin slices of precious opal. These thin slices of opal are sandwiched in ironstone which makes it look like a solid piece of black opal. Doublets are being sold in a much lower price than precious opals since fewer opals are used. Triplets are pretty much like doublets but it makes use of three thin pieces of different kinds of opal. Triplets are also less expensive than doublets.
Taking proper care of your Australian opal rings is also very crucial since opals are brittle and they can get easily cracked once they lose their moisture. Wearing your Australian opal ring is actually a good way to retain its moisture. However, you should remove your opal ring before doing strenuous activity to avoid it from getting hit. Australian opal rings should also be placed away from heat and rapid temperature changes to avoid it from cracking.
About the Author
Opals and Gems of Australia provides high quality Australian Opal Jewelry We have been in the Australian Opal business for over 30 years.
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COLLECTORS PIECE – RARE NATURAL 48ct CARVED AUSTRALIAN SOLID BLACK OPAL (8898 $45,600.00 |
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Supreme Gem Pendant Solid Black Opal 18ct Solid Gold $30,000.00 |
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WORLD CLASS 18K GIANT AUSSIE BLACK OPAL PENDANT $19,995.00 |
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Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Necklace Black Opal Diamond Emerald Saphire Clasp (4952 $20,000.00 |
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Platinum Black Opal Diamond Fashion Ring $19,500.00 |
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WORLD CLASS SOLID 31 CARAT NEON COLOR FLASH BLACK OPAL! $18,995.00 |
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LIGHTING RIDGE BLACK OPAL DIAMOND RING BY ANDREW SAROSI SIZE 6.75 VERY RARE! $18,900.00 |
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59ct RAREST MUSEUM GRADE ANDAMOOKA BLACK OPAL KINGSTONE $17,742.60 |
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18 ct YELLOW GOLD HAND-CRAFTED BLACK OPAL RING….14.5 carat opal $16,510.48 |
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Amazing NATURAL SOLID BLACK OPAL GEM 15.58ct gemstone for Collectors (MICK’S) $16,500.00 |
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GLO-347 Magnificent Pendant Gemstone SOLID BLACK OPAL $16,500.00 |
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GLO-738 Bright Solid Black Opal 18ct Solid Gold Pendant $16,000.00 |
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LIGHTNING RIDGE POLISHED BLACK OPAL FIRE SOLID GEMSTONE 6.51 CARATS AMAZING OPAL $13,999.00 |
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Art Deco Fine Antique Solid Black Opal & Diamond Pendant Necklace Solid Platinum $13,999.00 |
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GLO-001 HUGE SOLID BLACK OPAL 93.01ctw $13,000.00 |
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CUSTOM 8.1 CT AUSTRALIAN BLACK OPAL DIAMONDS 1.66 CT SET IN 18 KT GOLD NECKLACE $11,995.00 |
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▇819 CTW/9.1CM▇RECORD!▇BLACK OPAL▇LIGHTNING RIDGE▇VIDEO $11,800.00 |
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14.35 Ct Natural Australian Black Opal Colorless Diamond 18k White Gold Earrings $10,500.00 |
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7.4ct Bloody Red Black Opal L.R. AU 18.9g Gold 14K 24K Diamond Sizable10 Ring $10,200.00 |
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ESTATE JABEL 18K WHITE GOLD GEM BLACK OVAL CABOCHON OPAL AND ROUND DIAMOND RING $10,040.00 |
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RARE Tiffany PALOMA PICASSO * BLACK OPAL 4-Strand Pearl & DIAMOND Necklace 27″ $9,745.00 |
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AMAZING 18K GOLD 26.15 CTS BLACK OPAL & DIAMONDS RING $9,500.00 |
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GLO-016 Supreme Gem Quality RED SOLID BLACK OPAL 4.63ct $9,000.00 |
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SALE — PIAGET LADY’S MECH. 18K BRACELET WATCH w/BLK OPAL DIAL & DIAMOND BEZEL $9,000.00 |
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LARGE TOP QUALITY GEM BLACK OPAL RUB! 66.80ct! CAN CUT A LARGE GEM! $8,772.73 |
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BEST QUALITY! BEST COLOUR! TOP GEM SEMI-BLACK OPAL RUB! 54.10ct! $8,772.73 |
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Black Opal Australia Vivid Color Diamond Ring 14k Gold Platinum 5.75cts $8,675.00 |
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5.54 carats GEM QUALITY RARE NATURAL SOLID AUSTRALIAN BLACK OPAL (9866) $8,610.00 |
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GLO-031 ORANGE FLASHES SOLID BLACK OPAL 14.72ct/w $8,500.00 |
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GLO-003 FREE-FORM UNIQUE SOLID BLACK OPAL 12.16ct/w $8,500.00 |
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VINTAGE TOP GEM BLACK OVAL OPAL & BAGUETTE DIAMOND BALLERINA STYLE PLATINUM RING $8,090.00 |
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GONDWANALAND 66 CT BLACK OPAL,SAPPHIRE & DIA PENDANT $7,995.00 |
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SOLID AUSTRALIAN BLACK OPAL HAND MADE SOLID 18k GOLD BRACELET (38781) $7,827.00 |
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HUGE 13 Carat Lightning Ridge, Australia Natural Solid Black Opal Awesome Color $7,750.00 |
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ART DECO 6.50CT NATURAL BLACK CABOCHON OPAL EMERALD CUT DIAMOND PLATINUM RING $7,520.00 |
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GLO-013 Green Multi Colour SOLID BLACK OPAL 9.66ct/w $7,500.00 |
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79ct RAREST MUSEUM GRADE ANDAMOOKA BLACK OPAL KINGSTONE $7,008.33 |
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GONDWANALAND OPALS DIAMOND & BLACK OPAL PENDANT $6,995.00 |
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FIT FOR AN EMPRESS 18K BLACK OPAL & DIAMOND PENDANT/ENHANCER $6,995.00 |
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BLACK OPAL (Lightning Ridge) – Gem 19.4 CT 24x16mm $6,900.00 |
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GLO-004 CARVING BRIGHT SOLID BLACK OPAL 10.54ct/w $6,800.00 |
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GLO-011 Bright Blue, Green SOLID BLACK OPAL 17.88ct/w $6,500.00 |
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Stunning Solid Gem Black Fire Opal Multi-Color Gemstone 5.70ct (MICK’S) $6,500.00 |
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ATCE0221: SOLID SEMI BLACK OPAL Top quality. SEE VIDEO $6,475.00 |
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EGL CERTIFIED 11.68ct BLACK OPAL 4.03ct DIAMOND BROOCH $6,400.00 |
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ESTATE 45CT PEAR SHAPED TRANSLUCENT BLACK OPAL 18K FREE FORM FRAME PENDANT $6,390.00 |
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Estate Lightning Ridge Black Opal & Diamond Ring Gold $6,299.99 |
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FIT FOR A QUEEN 18K W/G SOLID BLACK OPAL & DIAMOND RING $5,995.00 |
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ATC336: SOLID BLACK OPAL copper & green/ blue w/VIDEO $5,950.00 |
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Natural solid black opal gem 6.60ct australian gemstone (MICK’S) $5,900.00 |
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ATC338: SOLID BLACK OPAL never ending fire. With VIDEO $5,900.00 |
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Black Opal Ring Color & quality Excellant $5,900.00 |
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33+ YEARS DRY, 65CT BLACK VIRGIN VALLEY OPAL WITH BRIGHT 3D FIRE!!! $5,800.00 |
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30 CT. BLACK OPAL 14KT Yellow & white GOLD/ 2 ct. SAPPHIRES/.40 ct.diamonds-NR $5,750.00 |
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SYMPHONY – BLACK OPAL 17.2 CT 31 x 25mm $5,500.00 |
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SEVEN SOLID AUSTRALIAN BLACK OPALS SOLID 18K 21.8 gram WHITE GOLD BRACELET (9598 $5,439.00 |
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INSPIRATION – Black OPAL (Solid) 10.8 CT 21x13mm $5,200.00 |
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ATCE0803: SOLID BLACK OPAL Large opal SEE VIDEO $5,200.00 |
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