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Black Opal Pendant – 18K Gold, 8×6mm, Semi-Dark, Bright Green Flash

Black Opal Pendant – 18K Gold, 8×6mm, Semi-Dark, Bright Green Flash

$850.00 AUD
$850.00 AUD
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A compact 8×6mm Lightning Ridge black opal with a semi-dark body and a clean burst of green that snaps into focus as the stone moves. The flash is the kind that reads across a room — not a gentle shimmer, but a decisive hit of colour. Set in an 18K yellow gold claw setting and paired with an 18K gold-plated 45cm chain, it sits close to the collar and quietly until the light catches it. The small footprint makes it an all-day piece — one you can wear without thinking about, until someone notices it.

About Black Opal

Black opal is the rarest and most sought-after variety of Australian opal, mined almost exclusively from Lightning Ridge in New South Wales. Its dark body tone — from dark grey to jet black — creates a dramatic backdrop that intensifies the stone's natural play-of-colour, producing vivid flashes that appear to glow from within. Black opal with strong fire is particularly prized by collectors and is considered among the most valuable gemstones in the world.

Specifications

  • Stone: Black opal, solid
  • Dimensions: 8×6 mm
  • Colour Play: Green dominant
  • Body Tone: Semi-dark
  • Brightness: Bright
  • Pattern: Flash of colour
  • Setting: Claw / prong, 18K yellow gold
  • Chain: 18K yellow gold-plated, 45 cm
  • Origin: Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia
  • Availability: One-of-a-kind — 1 piece available

Caring for Your Opal

Opal is softer than diamond or sapphire, so a little care goes a long way. See Opal Care for storage, cleaning, and what to avoid.

Provenance

Hand-selected by Joseph Bernecki, sourced direct from the Australian opal fields and set in his Sydney workshop. Meet him any weekend at The Rocks Market, stall under the bridge, Sydney. Read Joseph's story →

Common Questions

What does "semi-dark" body tone mean?
Semi-dark sits between a light-bodied opal and a fully black one. The background is dark enough to give the green flash sharp contrast and depth, but lighter than the deepest jet-black stones. In wear, it reads as a dark, fiery opal with strong colour against a clearly dark base — a particularly versatile part of the spectrum.
What is a flash of colour pattern?
Flash of colour describes a pattern where the colour play appears as a single broad sweep or burst rather than a scattered field of smaller dots (pinfire) or a tiled grid (harlequin). The colour changes sharply as the stone rotates — off, then suddenly on — which is where the "flash" name comes from. It tends to read as bold and decisive rather than complex.
Is the chain solid gold or plated?
The pendant setting is solid 18K yellow gold. The chain is 18K yellow gold-plated — a standard pairing that keeps the piece accessible without compromising the setting. A solid 18K chain upgrade is available on request.
Is this a natural Australian opal?
Yes — a solid, untreated black opal from Lightning Ridge, NSW. Not a doublet, not a triplet, not synthetic. One stone, natural colour.
Certification, shipping, returns?
Every piece is backed by Joseph's personal guarantee, ships fully insured within Australia, and can be returned within 14 days. See Buying an Opal for the full breakdown.
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