'Shadowfern' Solid Black Opal
GENUINE AUSTRALIAN OPAL
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Forest's Glow, Ethically Sourced
Introducing ‘Shadowfern’, a captivating natural solid black opal from Lightning Ridge, Australia. This stunning oval-shaped gem mesmerises with its vibrant green speckles, reminiscent of sunlight filtering through the canopy of a deep forest. The opal’s midnight body tone and electric green flashes create a striking contrast, giving ‘Shadowfern’ an alluring mix of mystery and vitality—a true reflection of nature’s beauty.
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Genuine Lightning Ridge Black Opal: 100% natural, untreated, and never synthetic
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Vivid Green Play-of-Colour: Dynamic green tones shift and shimmer with every movement
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Versatile Oval Shape: Ideal for creating a sophisticated pendant or unique jewellery piece
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Rich Dark Body Tone: Amplifies the vibrant green hues and adds depth to the design
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Ethically Sourced: Mined responsibly by trusted fourth-generation opal miners in Lightning Ridge
Whether you're crafting a custom pendant, designing a standout ring, or expanding your opal collection, 'Shadowfern' captures the natural beauty of Australia's coastal landscapes in every piece.
Product Details
Shipping & Returns
We offer reliable and secure standard and express shipping options to ensure your purchase arrives safely and promptly. We also provide easy and hassle-free 30-day returns (subject to our returns policy), allowing you to shop with confidence.
Standard Shipping
Australia: Approx. 2–8 business days
International: Approx. 8–12 business days
Express Shipping
Australia: Approx. 2–4 business days
International: Approx. 5–8 business days
Please note: The above delivery times are estimates only and do not account for any unforseen customs processing times (international orders) or transit delays.
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About Black Opals
Found only in Australia, mainly at Lightning Ridge in outback New South Wales, black opal is the world's rarest and most valuable type of opal. Ablaze with a rich and vibrant rainbow of colour set against a dark or black body tone, black opal is highly prized for its intense spectrum and features in the world's finest jewellery collections. If an opal's body tone is dark but not truly black, it is known as dark opal. Read more about Australian opals.
Opal Care
Proper care is crucial to preserve the beauty and brilliance of opal gemstones and opal jewelry. To keep your opal products looking radiant for years, it's essential to follow safe cleaning practices and handle them with care. Read more about how to care for your black opal stones.
Sustainability
Sustainability is increasingly important in today’s world and holds growing significance within the global gemstone industry. For Australian opals, sustainability goes beyond ethical mining - it encompasses supporting the communities and preserving the unique ecosystems that rely on the opal industry. Read more about why sustainability matters for the Australian opal industry.
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