Natural Multicolor Opal Doublet from Australian 7.00 ct

Natural Multicolor Opal Doublet from Australian 7.00 ct., with beautiful play of color. These bright doublets are mounted onto a ironstone backing. They are ideal for jewelry (earrings). Cabochon Cut.

WEIGHT : 7.00 ct total (4 pieces)
SIZE 1: 15.12 * 8.35 * 2.45 mm (x2) SIZE 2: 10.25 * 7.86 * 2.14 mm (x2)
SHAPE : Cab. Oval
CLARITY GRADE : Opaque
HARDNESS : 5.5 - 6.5

The Opal is associated with good luck, it is the birthstone for October and the gem fo 14th wedding anniversaries.

The name for the opal comes from the Sanskrit word "Upala", meaning precious stone or stone par excellence.  The Greek word "opallios" means "to see a change of colors".