
Lot 2094
"Chinese Writing Pattern" Black Opal
15 June 2021, 10:00 PDT
Los AngelesUS$5,000 - US$7,000
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"Chinese Writing Pattern" Black Opal
Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia
A black nodule or "nobby" opal with a true black body color, this oval cabochon displays a rolling flash green and blue play-of-color as well as an extensive area of what is termed "Chinese writing pattern" due to its visual similarity to Chinese calligraphy. This is a fine example of a rare type of pattern opal. Weighing approximately 5.49 carats and measuring 15.08 x 10.10 x 5.42mm
A black nodule or "nobby" opal with a true black body color, this oval cabochon displays a rolling flash green and blue play-of-color as well as an extensive area of what is termed "Chinese writing pattern" due to its visual similarity to Chinese calligraphy. This is a fine example of a rare type of pattern opal. Weighing approximately 5.49 carats and measuring 15.08 x 10.10 x 5.42mm