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.

Marvellous Welo Opal 1.10 ct. Marvellous Welo Opal 1.10 ct.
Marvellous Welo Opal 1.10 ct – Honeycomb Pattern Oval Cabochon
$325.00
$325.00
Ethiopian Opal with a rare python pattern 2.08 ct. Ethiopian Opal with a rare python pattern 2.08 ct.
Ethiopian Opal 2.08 ct – Rare Python Pattern Pear Cabochon
$160.00
$160.00
Incredible Firework Welo Opal 3.95 ct with a beautiful firework pattern Incredible Firework Welo Opal 3.95 ct with a beautiful firework pattern
Incredible Firework Welo Opal – 3.95 ct Oval Cabochon
$325.00
$325.00
Extremely Bright Ethiopian Opal 3.80 ct with firework pattern Extremely Bright Ethiopian Opal 3.80 ct with firework pattern
Extremely Bright Ethiopian Opal – 3.80 ct Oval Cabochon
$330.00
$330.00
Welo Opal Gemstone 4.82 ct. Pear Cabochon Cut with honeycomb pattern Welo Opal Gemstone 4.82 ct. Pear Cabochon Cut with honeycomb pattern
Super Quality Welo Opal 4.82 ct – Pear Cabochon with Honeycomb Pattern
$385.00 $0.00
$385.00
This Welo Opal 1.66 ct shows an interesting honeycomb pattern by one side This Welo Opal 1.66 ct shows an interesting honeycomb pattern by one side
Dark Ethiopian Opal 1.66 ct – Broad Flash Honeycomb Pattern
$198.00
$198.00
Rare and Stunning Welo Opal 2.49 ct with a honeycomb patter Rare and Stunning Welo Opal 2.49 ct with a honeycomb patter
Rare and Stunning Welo Opal 2.49 ct
$260.00
$260.00
Welo Opal Stone 7.19 ct Welo Opal Stone 7.19 ct
High Quality Welo Opal 7.19 ct – Oval Cabochon with Full Spectrum Fire
$710.00
$710.00
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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
Top Brilliant honeycomb pattern Welo Ethiopian Opal. 1.09 ct Top Brilliant honeycomb pattern Welo Ethiopian Opal. 1.09 ct
Brilliant Honeycomb Welo Opal 1.09 ct – Oval Cabochon with Multicolor Fire
$220.00
$220.00
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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
Australian Solid Yowah Boulder Opal 5.26ct Australian Solid Yowah Boulder Opal 5.26ct under microscope
Australian Solid Yowah Boulder Opal 5.26 ct – Vibrant Play of Color
$280.00
$280.00
Australian Boulder Opal Cabochon Cut 10.38 ct Natural Matrix Unheated Opal Beautiful Pattern Australian Boulder Opal Cabochon Cut 10.38 ct Natural Matrix Unheated Opal Beautiful Pattern
Australian Boulder Opal – 10.38 ct – Double-Sided Cabochon
$220.00
$220.00
Beautiful Dragonskin Green Canadian Ammolite 23.74 ct. Beautiful Dragonskin Green Canadian Ammolite 23.74 ct.
23.74 ct Green Ammolite – Dragonskin Canadian Gem
$590.00
$590.00
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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
Top Quality Multicolor Ammolite Stone from Canada 22.23 ct Top Quality Multicolor Ammolite Stone from Canada 22.23 ct
22.23 ct Top Quality Multicolor Canadian Ammolite
$795.00
$795.00

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.