Note the protective v-shaped prong at the tip of this teardrop-cut black opal ring. Photo © Joel E. Arem, PhD, FGA. Used with permission.
Translucent Black Play-of-Color Black Opal Cabochon in Ring
Note the protective v-shaped prong at the tip of this teardrop-cut black opal ring. Photo © Joel E. Arem, PhD, FGA. Used with permission.
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Credit: Joel E. Arem
| Gemstone | Opal Stone, Black Opal, Precious Opal |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Jewelry type | Ring |
| Gem State | Cabochon |
| Color | Black |
| Transparency | Translucent |
| Photo phenomena | Play of Color |