LOOK!! 30.40 carat Gem Lightning Ridge Rough Rub Start Price USD 799.00 Current Price USD 799.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 1,100.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, November 19, 2008 End Time Saturday, November 29, 2008 Location lightning ridge See more about 'LOOK!! 30.40 carat Gem Lightning Ridge Rough Rub' Description LIGHTNING RIDGE GEM BLACK OPAL RUB         This rubbed stone weighs 30.40cts and is 20.5mm x 25.4mm x 14.2mm.     This is a GEM grade stone from the surrounding fields of Lightning Ridge. On the brightness scale of 1 to 5 this stone is easily a 4.5.     In order to get the most out of this stone and enhance its natural beauty it cries out be carved. Experience working with this grade of opal is a must.       My name is Ilonka. I am a working lapidarist and jewellery manufacturer in Lightning Ridge since 1983. My years here have given me a well rounded knowledge of the black opal industry and I welcome any questions you may have. Every opal I cut and sell, and set on ebay is a solid, natural, untreated stone.     This piece has been lightly rubbed clean and shaped to give the buyer an idea of what they will be getting... And I could not restrain myself when I got the stone...I just had to have a look. It really is exquisite.         Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions. I will be happy to answer any queries as opal is my passion.         These photos have been taken under a 12v 20 watt halogen bulb and have not been enhanced.       This opal looks amazing in any kind of light.             If you are not satisfied with your purchase I will refund you the full purchase price providing I receive the opal back in it's original condition.         I am happy to combine postage for multiple purchase. Please contact me to let me know when you are finished shopping so I can invoice you under the one shipping fee.                 Shipping world wide insured $15.00 Shipping within Australia registered post $10.00 The dimensions of this stunning nobby are 20.5 mm x25.4mm and is 14.2mm thick The opal weighs 30.40 carats. With careful cutting there will be minimal weight loss to the finished stone. There is a water bar under the thick bright blue/green bloom that flashes red as the stone is moved. It really adds mystery to this alluring stone. You can see evidence of the red around the left hand edge of this stone in this photograph. The colour of this opal is on at all angles and it loves any kind of light. This is a stunningly beautiful opal and would look amazing carved and set creatively in gold. I would strongly recommend carving this superb opal to preserve as much of its uniqueness. The back of the nobby. As you can see, it is quite clean. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. ipatkos Store Place a Bid!