1.0 cm Fire Opal Cabochon

This opal shows purple, red and clear coloring. It weighs 1.6c and measures 1.0 cm long.

Popular for jewelry making, cabochons are gemstones cut into a convex shape with a flat base and subsequently polished. Similar to a window, cabochons allow light to reflect off the various colors and natural markings. Gem cutting is a fine art that involves patience and a keen eye for detail.

Mexican fire opal is a highly sought-after variety of the opal gemstone sourced exclusively from Mexico. Prized for its fiery color accompanied with iridescence and an unparalleled glow, it always catches the spotlight.