Are Lightning Ridge opals valuable?
Are Lightning Ridge opals valuable?
Black opals, such as those from Lightning Ridge, are generally considered the most valuable because the rest of the vibrant spectrum colors and their patterns show better with the black background. The 687.5-carat “Blue Lagoon” opal with a “Sheen” opal pattern.
What is Lightning Ridge opal?
Lightning Ridge is famous for producing black opal, the darkest and most valuable form of opal. White Cliffs is known for seam opal which is usually white (milk) opal or crystal opal. Lightning Ridge opal fields. The Lightning Ridge opal mining fields are synonymous with world famous gem quality black opals.
Where is Lightning Ridge Black Opal?
New South Wales, Australia
Lightning Ridge in New South Wales, Australia, produces the finest black opal in the world.
How much is black opal worth per carat?
High-quality black opal can cost $10,000 per carat.
Where can I buy Opals in Lightning Ridge?
Absolute Opals & Gems Pty Ltd, (Australia) are second generation Gem-Stone Miners, Cutters and Black Opal Lightning Ridge Wholesalers. We specialise in, Australian Black Opals directly from the mines, (including boulder opal, opal cabochons and opals rough). You will find us located in the heart of the busy mining town of Lightning Ridge NSW.
Where can you find Black Opals in Australia?
You will find us located in the heart of the busy mining town of Lightning Ridge New South Wales, approx. 750 km or 468 miles, north-west of Sydney, Australia. Lightning Ridge, or ‘the Ridge’, as it is fondly referred to by locals, is renowned for the largest production of quality Black Opal in the World!
How much does a black opal ring cost?
Red Blue Green Yellow Black Opal and Diamond Ring. 5.92 carats Black Opal and 1.77 carats Diamonds set in 18K White. Blue Green Black Opal and Diamond Earrings Black Opals 2.56 carats Black Opal and 1.31 carats of Diamonds Set in 18K White.
Who are absolute opals and gems in Australia?
Absolute Opals & Gems Pty Ltd, (Australia) are second generation Gem-Stone Miners, Cutters and Black Opal Lightning Ridge Wholesalers. We specialise in, Australian Black Opals directly from the mines, (including boulder opal, opal cabochons and opals rough).