A radiant moment of clarity and brightness. Key Specifications Origin: Lightning Ridge, NSW Type: Crystal Opal Weight: 7.88ct Dimensions: 22.5 mm length x 14mm wide x 5.4mm height Cut: Freeform cabochon elongated pear shape Body Tone: N7 Brightness: B4 Colour profile Dominant Colour: Strong green, blue glow and red flashes Pattern Type: Broad rolling flash, directional banding and flagstone elements Distribution: Moderate to strong 60% - 70% coverage. Best colour concentrated through the central band. Depth: Colour sits beneath the crystal cap, creating a liquid glow effect, Movement: Strong rolling flash effect. Colours ignite as stone tilts. Collector’s Guide Rarity: Crystal opals from Lightning Ridge with strong multi‑colour play and broad flash patterns are highly sought after. The elongated pear shape and concentrated central colour band make this piece especially distinctive and visually powerful. Investment Notes B4 brightness places this opal in the upper tier of crystal opal intensity Strong red flashes significantly enhance rarity and long‑term value Ideal for a statement pendant or as a standout addition to a curated opal collection Crystal opals with broad rolling flash patterns maintain strong collector demand Collector’s Insight: This opal is chosen for its dynamic movement — the kind of stone that transforms with every shift of light. The liquid glow beneath the crystal cap and the vivid rolling flash give it a sense of life and motion that collectors prize. A Certified Asset Valuer has independently assessed this Opal. A certificate of authenticity will be supplied with the purchase.
