Starlight Whisper

Some opals shine...others speak softly. Starlight Whisper reveals itself in stillness, a gentle blue light drifting beneath the surface.

Key Specifications

• Origin: Lightning Ridge, NSW
• Type: Natural Light Opal Type 1
• Weight: 34.4ct
• Dimensions: 42mm length x 17.25mm wide x 9.84mm height
• Cut: Freeform elongated bar cabochon
• Body Tone: Light N8 (16)
• Brightness: Very Bright

 Colour profile

• Colour: Green-Blue
• Pattern Type: Regular pattern
• Distribution: Over 80%
• Depth: Deep internal colour layering. Light penetrates and reflects within. Strong 3D effect.
• Movement: Smooth flowing, rolling flash, not sharp directional. best in natural light with colour blooms.

Collector’s Guide

Rarity: Large crystal opals of this size — especially 34+ carats — are exceptionally uncommon, even in Lightning Ridge. Starlight Whisper’s elongated bar form, paired with its soft electric‑blue glow, places it in a rare category of opals that favour subtle luminosity over high‑flash chaos. Its deep internal layering and gentle rolling movement give it a meditative, almost ethereal presence.

Investment Notes

• High‑carat crystal opals with stable blue‑dominant colouration maintain strong long‑term demand
• Brightness offers a refined glow ideal for collectors who appreciate understated elegance
• The elongated bar cabochon shape is highly desirable for bespoke pendants and sculptural jewellery
• Deep internal layering and 3D optical depth increase both rarity and visual value
• Stones with smooth, flowing movement rather than sharp directional flash appeal to collectors seeking atmospheric, contemplative pieces

Collector’s Insight: Starlight Whisper is a stone for those who appreciate quiet brilliance. Its colour doesn’t shout — it drifts, blooms, and reveals itself slowly, like starlight diffused through mist. The strongest blue concentration in the central band creates a natural focal point, while the lighter crystal edges give the piece a sense of expansion and softness. This is an opal that rewards stillness, inviting the viewer to lean in and experience its gentle, celestial glow.

A Certified Asset Valuer has independently assessed this Opal. A certificate of authenticity will be supplied with the purchase.