Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash
Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash
Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash
Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash
Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash
Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash

Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash

SKU: 100015

16.34 carats
21.3 x 29.6 x 4.0 mm
Est. retail price $17,900 AUD
$6,500 AUD
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This exceptional Lightning Ridge black opal weighs an impressive 16.34 carats and measures 21.3mm wide × 29.6mm long × 4.0mm thick. Cut into a classic Oval Cabochon shape, this opal is polished to perfection, showcasing vivid and dynamic flashes of colour.

Featuring a stunning Flagstone pattern, the opal lights up with a vibrant interplay of greens, blues, and fiery reds, creating a captivating mosaic effect across its dark body tone. The colour play is consistent across the surface, ensuring maximum visual impact from every angle under both natural and artificial lighting.

This opal is purchased, not cut by Gaz, and is offered at wholesale pricing to make this rare gem accessible to collectors, jewellers, or investors. With no noticeable inclusions from the viewing side and a perfectly shaped cabochon dome, this opal would make a magnificent centrepiece for high-end jewellery or a statement piece in any gemstone portfolio.

Specifications

Weight: 16.34 Carats
Width: 21.3 mm
Height: 29.6 mm
Depth: 4.0 mm
Shape: Oval
Colours:
Cut: Cabochon
Colour Pattern: Flagstone
Inclusions: Back Only
Type:
  • Lightning Ridge
Finish: Single Side

ABOUT THIS OPAL GEMSTONE

This Lightning Ridge opal was hand-selected for its incredible colour play and vibrant flagstone pattern. Follow OpalsGemstones on TikTok for more live gemstone events and giveaways.

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Specifications

ABOUT THIS OPAL GEMSTONE

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Specifications for Lightning Ridge Black Opal – Exceptional Broad Flash (100015) 

Each opal is individually assessed for carat weight, size dimensions, shape, cut style, colour pattern, and overall clarity. Particular attention is given to inclusions — if any are present, they are always fully disclosed to ensure complete transparency. Whether you are purchasing for jewellery, investment, or collection purposes, this detailed information provides you with confidence in the quality and authenticity of every opal offered.

Weight: 16.34 Carats
Width: 21.3 mm
Height: 29.6 mm
Depth: 4.0 mm
Shape: Oval
Colours:
Cut: Cabochon
Colour Pattern: Flagstone
Inclusions: Back Only
Type:
  • Lightning Ridge
Finish: Single Side
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Hand Selected – Lightning Ridge Black Opal

This stunning Lightning Ridge black opal was carefully selected for its outstanding colour play and classic flagstone pattern. Although this stone was not cut by Gaz, it has been chosen for its premium quality and breathtaking appearance.

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Have any Questions About This Opal?

We’re here to help! Whether you're curious about the cutting process, want to know more about this Australian Opal, or need help choosing the right Opal, feel free to ask. We’ll get back to you promptly — your satisfaction and confidence in every purchase matter to us.