How much is a boulder opal worth?
How much is a boulder opal worth?
Value. Valuing boulder opal per carat is not generally accepted in the industry due to the large component of ironstone present in the stone. However, to give a rough indication, top quality boulder opal may fetch prices of up to AUD $3,500 per carat for a gem quality stone.
Is Boulder opal rare?
This opal is considered extremely rare because it is only found in Australia and nowhere else in the world. Boulder Opal: It can be categorized as a rare stone but it is more readily obtainable as compared to its cousin, black opal.
What is boulder opal used for?
Boulder Opal has a pure energy, clears and strengthens the aura. Boulder Opal provides clarity and purity of thought, un-cluttering a muddled and confused mind. Boulder Opal calms and centres, used in meditation can facilitate counsel with guides.
What is special about Boulder opal?
Boulder opal typically displays bright and vibrant colours. The natural iron stone base of boulder opal gives added stability and adds to the depth of colour produced in the gems. The varied and interesting natural shapes in which the gems occur make for added interest and unusual jewellery.
Why is Boulder opal so expensive?
All the coloration of the rainbow can be found in this amazing Australian boulder opal. Opal also an intense and mystical fire inside, which has really popularized it and in the process made it more expensive- for this reason, a fine example of an opal may be worth even more than a diamond.
Why is boulder opal so expensive?
How can you tell if a boulder opal is real?
Most genuine solid opals have an irregularity in this area – curved or bumpy due to their natural formation – whereas a man-made stone will be perfectly flat because the two sections are flattened so they can be glued together. Be especially wary if the opal is set in jewellery and you cannot see its back or side.
How do you care for a boulder opal?
Solid boulder opal is not affected by water. Opal jewellery can be cleaned on a regular basis. You should use mild soap, warm water and a soft cloth to wipe them down. Since opal is quite porous, you should also avoid the use of bleach, chemicals, cosmetics or household cleaners when wearing opal jewellery.