11 Dec 2012
13:00 PST
Los Angeles
The World of Opals, The Splendor of Gold including the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Collection of Gold Nuggets
Back to auction 21137
The World of Opals, The Splendor of Gold including the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Collection of Gold Nuggets
Back to auction 21137
Unique Heart-Shaped Crystal Opal
Wello, Delanta Plateau, Tigray, Ethiopia
This beautiful crystal opal displays a creamy white body color and a fantastic array of spectral play-of-color in broad flashes. Well-polished, the gem would create a fine pendant or would make a noteworthy addition to an opal collection.
Weighing approximately 7.42 carats and measuring 14.0 x 15.0 x 7.0mm.
This beautiful crystal opal displays a creamy white body color and a fantastic array of spectral play-of-color in broad flashes. Well-polished, the gem would create a fine pendant or would make a noteworthy addition to an opal collection.
Weighing approximately 7.42 carats and measuring 14.0 x 15.0 x 7.0mm.
Estimate:
US$ 1,200 - 1,500
£790 - 990
€930 - 1,200
£790 - 990
€930 - 1,200
Category: Natural History
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