Black Opal

Black Opal Benefits

Black Opal is considered extremely unique, and rare, and is majorly known for its powerful astrological, spiritual, and healing benefits. Regarded as a stone of cosmic energies and strength, Black Opal is a powerful black gemstone that brings positive energy into the body and protects the wearer from any harmful energy.

• Emotional Healing Benefits

  : Black Opal is a stone of balance and if the wearer is facing mental health issues or hormonal issues, then this gemstone can amplify emotions and moods. Black Opal is strongly associated with love, passion, desire, and eroticism.

• Stone of Protection

  : Black Opal is the strongest gemstone that protects the wearer from fear. If the wearer is afraid of heights, water, or horror movies, then this gemstone has the strength to push through things that scare the wearer the most. It provides the wearer with the confidence to get through these obstacles making the wearer stronger.

• Physical healing Benefits

  : Black Opal can cure illness and relieve pain. This healing gemstone tends to calm the wearer and create peace in the life of the native.

• Brings Prosperity and Wealth

  : Black Opal gives the power to foresee the future and brings in good fortune. This powerful gemstone exudes pride and great willpower and is effective for people who are a part of the information and services sector.

• Love and Relationships

  : Black Opal, the black gemstone that is associated with the planet Venus, is the stone of love, compassion, understanding, marital bliss, and trust. It makes relationships stronger and enhances desire and eroticism in the relationship.

Black Opal Quality

Black Opals are unique in the way they are formed. There are certain factors that one must consider while purchasing authentic and original Black Opal. Origin, color, body tone, luster, shape, and fire effect pattern are the prominent factors that determine the quality of this gemstone and based on these parameters, the value, quality, and authenticity of the Black Opals can be evaluated.

• Origin

  : Black Opal is mostly mined in Lightning Ridge, in northern New South Wales. Lightning Ridge is famous for Black Opal and hundreds of million dollars worth of Black Opals have been found there. However, White Cliff is Australia’s oldest commercial Opal field. Gem quality Black Opals from Ethiopia are not only beautiful but cost less than similar quality Black Opal from Australia.

• Color

  : Opal’s black color is extremely deep and displays vibrant color segments including dark green, dark blue, dark grey, or dark black. Black Opals have a dark body color with fire that looks spectacularly brilliant against a dark background. Also, the term, Black Opal refers to the black potch (inferior Opal material) covered with a thin layer of crystal Opal, which lets the black show through later.

• Shape & Cut

  : Rough Black Opal is usually cut into an oval shape. However, this beautiful black gemstone can also be cut into a teardrop shape to maximize the size and carat weight of the gemstone. It is usually cut with a low cabochon due to the Opal color bar which is much thinner in Black Opals as compared to White Opal stone .

Black Opal Price

The Black Opal price depends on its shapes, body colors, size, luster, surface, the intensity of the fire effect, and the certifications it carries. Based on the quality factors discussed above the Black Opal price per carat can start from INR 1,000 ($ 14) per carat and goes up to INR 10,000 ($ 140) per carat or even more. The unique and scintillating appearance of this beautiful gemstone is a perfect choice to make all kinds of jewelry for both men and women.

One can purchase authentic and natural Black Opal from trusted sources. GemPundit provides 100% natural, authentic, unheated, and untreated Black Opal for sale for both astrological and jewelry purposes. Shop original and loose original Black Opal with an authentic Gem Certificate at the best price. You can buy Opal stone online on our website.

Black Opal Buyer Beware Guidelines

Many factors influence the quality of Black Opal such as Black Opal color, tone, hue, shape, size, the intensity of the fire effect, and much more. Therefore, the buyers should be aware of how to differentiate between a fake Black Opal and a real Black Opal. Also, a buyer must understand that the weight of Gemstones in India is usually expressed in Ratti and not in Carat. A buyer must understand the difference between Ratti and Carat. (1 Ratti = 0.91 carat)

Generally, Black Opal is not known to be treated or enhanced. GemPundit’s vivid collection of Black Opal that is 100% original, unheated and untreated is available on the website. However, one can always ask for a genuine report from the Gemological Laboratory. The Lab certifications determine the authenticity of the gemstone. Customers should be able to distinguish between real and fake Gem Lab Certifications and always verify the physical characteristics of Black Opal from Gem Experts and Astrologers. To identify the authenticity of this gemstone, the customer can cross-check the report number on the Gem Lab certificate from the Gem Lab website or the company lab. If both the report numbers are alike, then it is an authentic Black Opal gemstone certification.

Read our customer-friendly Buying Guide to know more about the weight of gemstones and what things should be kept in mind while buying an original Black Opal.

A sample AGR Certificate of Natural Black Opal

A sample ITLGJ Certificate of Black Opal

Black Opal Jewelry

Black gemstone jewelry is considered to be a bold and confident fashion statement. The unique and rare dark Opal with dark black, dark grey, dark blue, or dark green body colors looks extraordinarily glamorous when crafted in any piece of jewelry. Apart from its powerful astrological benefits and healing properties, Black Opal exhibits a vivid dark hue with brilliant fire effects and luster. Black Opal, the stone of prediction gives the wearer the power to foresee the future and promotes good fortune. The demand for Black Opal jewelry is highly valued and desired in the international and national markets.

GemPundit’s exclusive Black Opal jewelry collection includes Black Opal rings , bracelets, and Black Opal pendants . GemPundit provides customization services to our valuable customers. Our team of CAD experts designs the Black Opal necklace, Black Opal earrings, Ethiopian and Australian Black Opal jewelry, Ethiopian Black Opal earrings, etc. as per the customer’s needs. Customization of Black Opal jewelry for both men and women is available at Custom Jewelry Section . Visit our collection now!

Black Opal Silver Ring

Men’s Black Opal Ring

Black Opal Pendant

Black Opal Bracelet

Cleaning and Care

Black Opal has a hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale. To preserve the luster, color, and radiance of a Black Opal, it is advised to avoid solvents and ultrasonic cleaners. Moreover, sudden temperature changes or extreme heat should be avoided as they can affect the quality of the stone. Wipe the Black Opal stones gently with a soft cloth before putting them back in the jewelry box.