Gemstones Special Effects

Some times colored gemstones present some very striking optical effects. This is due to characteristic structures, defects or even inclusions, gems can show different effects such as:

Asterism, Adularescence, Aventurescence, Chatoyancy - Cat's eye effect, Iridiscence, Labradorescence, Play of Color, Change of Color, Opalescence and Orient.

If you are interested in knowing why these effects occur and what they are, be sure to visit our blog about: Optical Effects in Colored Gemstones.

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Koroit Boulder Opal 3.26 ct from Australia. Cabochon cut. Free form. I love the Koroit Opal with its intricate patterns, the precious opal embedded in the matrix fascinates me. In this case, the opal is the size of a pill with a very similar rounded shape, and no matter which side you are looking at, it is fascinating in any of them, its blue, red, green and lilac veins do not stop moving under the light. Just amazing. Koroit Boulder Opal 3.26 ct from Australia. Cabochon cut. Free form. I love the Koroit Opal with its intricate patterns, the precious opal embedded in the matrix fascinates me. In this case, the opal is the size of a pill with a very similar rounded shape, and no matter which side you are looking at, it is fascinating in any of them, its blue, red, green and lilac veins do not stop moving under the light. Just amazing.
Koroit Boulder Opal – 3.26 ct Freeform Cabochon from Australia
$460.00
$460.00
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Opal Doublets and Emeralds. This set is composed by a pair of bright Australian Opal doublet and two vivid Zambian Emeralds. The perfect combination for your bespoke jewelry. Opal Doublets and Emeralds. This set is composed by a pair of bright Australian Opal doublet and two vivid Zambian Emeralds. The perfect combination for your bespoke jewelry.
Emerald and Opal Doublet Set – 5.73 ct of Colorful Elegance
$285.00
$285.00
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Australian Boulder Opal 25.86 ct Australian Boulder Opal 25.86 ct
Australian Boulder Opal – Cabochon Cut – 25.86 ct
$310.00
$310.00
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Fire Opal set. The perfect combination for your bespoke jewelry. 6.38 ct. Fire Opal set. The perfect combination for your bespoke jewelry. 6.38 ct.
Vivid Fire Opal Set 6.38 ct – Fancy Cut Trio
$396.00
$396.00
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Amazing Australian Boulder Opal 18.68 ct. Cabochon Cut. Amazing Australian Boulder Opal 18.68 ct. Cabochon Cut.
Amazing Australian Boulder Opal – 18.68 ct Cabochon Cut
$288.00
$288.00
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Amazing Australian Boulder Opal 12.31 ct. Amazing Australian Boulder Opal 12.31 ct.
Amazing Australian Boulder Opal – 12.31 ct Cabochon Cut
$364.00
$364.00
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Australian Boulder Wood Fossil Opal Pair. Cabochon Oval Cut. 10.45 ct. Australian Boulder Wood Fossil Opal Pair. Cabochon Oval Cut. 10.45 ct.
Australian Boulder Wood Fossil Opal Pair – 10.45 ct Oval Cabochons
$548.00
$548.00
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Burmese Trapiche Ruby 1.50 ct Burmese Trapiche Ruby 1.50 ct
Trapiche Ruby 1.50 ct – Rare Burmese Gemstone with Distinct Six-Ray Pattern
$294.00
$294.00
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Yohaw Opal Stone 25.61 ct Yohaw Opal Stone 25.61 ct
Yowah Boulder Opal – Freeform Cabochon – 25.61 ct
$176.00
$176.00
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Colorful Australian Boulder Opal 6.13 ct Colorful Australian Boulder Opal 6.13 ct
Colorful Boulder Opal – Freeform Cabochon – 6.13 ct
$188.00
$188.00
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Rare Cat's Eye Tourmaline 10.44 ct. Rare Cat's Eye Tourmaline 10.44 ct.
Rare Cat’s Eye Tourmaline 10.44 ct – Forest Green Cabochon
$219.00
$219.00
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Cat's Eye Green Tourmaline Gemstone 14.41 ct Cat's Eye Green Tourmaline Gemstone 14.41 ct
Cat’s Eye Tourmaline 14.41 ct – Forest Green Oval Cabochon
$242.00
$242.00
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Super HoneyComb Opal from Ethiopia 4.47 ct. Pear Cabochon Cut Super HoneyComb Opal from Ethiopia 4.47 ct. Pear Cabochon Cut
Super Honeycomb Welo Opal – Pear Cut – 4.47 ct
$569.00
$569.00
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Natural Multicolor Opal Doublet from Australian 7.00 ct with beautiful play of color Natural Multicolor Opal Doublet from Australian 7.00 ct with beautiful play of color
Natural Multicolor Opal Doublets from Australia – 7.00 ct (Set of 4)
$245.00
$245.00
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Natural Multicolour Ammolite Gemstone 8.15 carat Natural Multicolour Ammolite Gemstone 8.15 carat
Natural Multicolor Ammolite Gemstone 8.15 ct from Canada
$154.59
$154.59
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14.71 ct Ammolite Gem Freeform Cabochon from Canada Multicolour Iridescente Stone 14.71 ct Ammolite Gem Freeform Cabochon from Canada Multicolour Iridescente Stone
14.71 ct Multicolor Ammolite – Canadian Freeform Cabochon
$420.00
$420.00

Unique and Rare Gemstones Special Effects

Sometimes colored gemstones exhibit striking optical effects. This is due to characteristic structures, flaws, or even inclusions and then beauty and rarity unite. Discover the play of color in opals, or the color change found in sapphires, diaspores, or garnets, the elegant oriental effect of pearls, or the mesmerizing cat's-eye effect in tourmalines. Perfect for those seeking something unique and exclusive. Shop now for the perfect gemstone, whether to personalize your jewelry or add to your collection!

Related collections

Discover the beauty of Trapiche rubies thanks to their asterism, the elegance and serenity of pearls with their magical oriental essence, and play with your jewelry, full of color and life thanks to the iridescence of ammolite or the interplay of opals. With each movement, you'll see different colors overlapping each other, always distinct and unique; or better yet, green in one light and red in another, the same stone in a different color. Let yourself be surprised and fill yourself with color.

Welo Opal Stone 7.19 ct

Opal

Opal’s play of colors is unlike any other gem, is unique and exclusive.

Ammolite

Rare fossil gemstone with vivid, colorful iridescence.
White Baroque Freshwater Pearls Pair 49.21

Pearl

Pearls are associated with purity, chastity and stability in marriage.

Color Change Diaspore

This rare gem changes its color under different lighting conditions.