Twilight Radiance | Ethiopian 14.2 ct Dark Opal

Ethiopian Dark Welo Opal | Mezezo Origin

Sourced in 2024 from the renowned Mezezo Opal Region in the North Shewa Zone, Amhara Region of Ethiopia, this opal is the result of a carefully commissioned mining project. During extraction, a large deposit was uncovered, yet only a select few pieces met our strictest standards of excellence.

From this rare find, we chose this exceptional gem—distinguished by its darker body tone, which creates a striking contrast and allows the vivid fireplay to shine with unmatched brilliance. Each gem underwent rigorous evaluation for clarity, fire intensity, and the uniqueness of its color-play patterns, and this opal represents the very best.

Expertly fashioned into a graceful pear cabochon, it reveals exceptional clarity and a refined polish. The upper dome radiates with a powerful, dynamic play of color, while the base offers a softer glow—lending depth and dimensional beauty to the stone

      

GEM DETAILS

💎 Stone Identity: Opal [Dark welo Opal]

 

⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ Discovery Year: Hand-selected in our office in 2024, after commissioning of an Ethiopian Miner

 

𓍝 Weight:  14.2 ct

 

🌐 Origin: Mezezo Region,Ethiopia

🎨Color: The Gem Exhibits color play of Red,Orange,Yellow,Blue,Purple and Green

[More pronounced Play of Colors are Red and Orange and less pronounced colors are Green, Yellow,Purple and Blue]

  Lustre :Waxy 

✏️📐 Dimension, [L x W]:  24.59 mm x 15.72 mm 

            L/W Ratio: 1.564

                                       

           Depth Dimension [h] [Pavilion]: 7.79 mm 

💎🔍 Clarity: Excellent

 

𖢻 Cut/Shape: Pear Shape Cabochon

[Precision Faceted – Good Symmetry] 

 

⫍⌕⫎  Connessiour's choice of this cut

 

Gemstone Cutting Style Highlights:

Why the Pear shape ?

• Maximizing Play-of-Color

  • Opal is valued primarily for its play-of-color. A domed cabochon allows light to enter at multiple angles, reflecting the full spectrum of colors back to the viewer. Faceting would break up or diminish this effect.

• Preserving Fragile Material

  • Opal is relatively soft (Mohs 5.5–6.5) and brittle, prone to chipping. A cabochon cut removes sharp edges and corners, reducing stress points and enhancing durability.

• Pear Shape as the Optimal Yield

  • Rough opal nodules and seams often have irregular, elongated shapes. A pear cut efficiently follows the natural outline of the rough, minimizing wastage while maintaining symmetry.

• Highlighting Center Fire

  • The rounded end of a pear cut acts as a “color pool” that concentrates brilliance, while the taper draws the eye and elongates the appearance—making the stone look larger and more elegant.

• Aesthetic & Market Preference

  • The pear cabochon is timeless in jewelry design: it flatters both rings and pendants, gives versatility in orientation (point up, down, or sideways), and is highly sought after in the global opal market.

 

 

📜 Certified: No  

 

      Treated: No, Natural 

 

      Treatment: No 

 

📁 Features: Master cut, Good color play,Dark body color -This make the colors pop,  good pear shape cabochon proportions and symmetry. Perfect in a sleek platinum Or Blanc Pendant stand-alone piece, perfect for a bespoke pendant necklace or beautiful Brooch.

Price per carat: $90

Total Price: $1278

 

Provenance: This exquisite Gem was thoughtfully and masterfully curated in our office from a parcel that was mined by a reputable, ethical, industrious artisanal Ethiopian miner in 2024

 

Important Note to Our Esteemed Collectors and Shoppers  

In the world of fine Gemstones, Color reigns supreme. When selecting a gemstone,  

prioritize color above all else—it defines the gem’s personality, value, and visual impact.  

Clarity follows closely, enhancing brilliance and purity.  

 

While cut and size contribute to beauty and presence, they are considered secondary—unless you’re exploring exceptional categories such as Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Alexandrites, Tsavorites, Spinel, Diamonds, Paraiba Tourmalines, and other rare  

Collector’s Gems. In these cases, size becomes a significant factor, especially when paired with extraordinary color.  

 

As you shop on our platform, let this timeless gemological wisdom guide your choices, ensuring each selection is both meaningful and magnificent. 

Note from the Maison: Disclaimer
Occasional traces of fiber cloth or fingerprints may appear during filming. Prior to shipping, each gem is expertly repolished to a flawless mirror finish, and updated images are provided for your review. All Select treasures from our website "Gemvault" remain secured in our vault, untouched until commissioned for recut or client-requested retakes—reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence and refinement.

 

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                             LUVICI –The Curator & Purveyor of the Rare