{"product_id":"opal-8","title":"Stardust of Centauri","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSome things are formed here...others arrive from far beyond it. Shifting colours scattered through the opal, like particles suspended in space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e Origin: Lightning Ridge, NSW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eType: Crystal Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWeight: 5.69ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDimensions:  14.5mm length x 10mm\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewide x 6.85mm height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCut: Freeform cabochon broad trapezoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBody Tone: N7-N8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBrightness: B3-B4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDominant Colour: Vivid green, strong orange and red flashes with yellow and blue undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePattern Type: Broad rolling flash with patchwork and flagstone elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDistribution: Good face coverage, 65 -75%. Strongest colour concentrated through the centre of the lower band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDepth: Colour sits slightly below the surface, giving a strong glow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMovement: Directional colour shift which lights up in bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarity :\u003c\/strong\u003e This opal is distinguished by its \u003cstrong\u003ebroad rolling flash\u003c\/strong\u003e combined with patchwork and flagstone elements — a pattern blend that is increasingly scarce in Lightning Ridge crystal opals. The vivid green, strong orange, and red flashes, supported by yellow and blue undertones, create a cosmic, particle‑like effect that aligns beautifully with the stone’s narrative of “arriving from far beyond.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInvestment Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed and orange fire significantly elevate rarity and long‑term collector value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB3–B4 brightness ensures strong performance under both natural and artificial light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe broad trapezoid freeform cut offers excellent face‑up presence and modern design versatility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStones with directional band‑lighting and multi‑layered colour behaviour maintain strong demand among serious collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Insight :\u003c\/strong\u003e This opal is chosen for its \u003cstrong\u003ecelestial movement\u003c\/strong\u003e — colours that shift in illuminated bands, as though suspended in space. The glow sits just beneath the surface, giving the stone a luminous, almost internal radiance. Collectors who appreciate opals with a sense of depth, mystery, and cosmic narrative will find this piece especially compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Certified Asset Valuer has independently assessed this Opal. A certificate of authenticity will be supplied with the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Radiant Australian Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46762358341807,"sku":null,"price":3200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/3035\/2559\/files\/Photo_24.05.26.jpg?v=1779584099","url":"https:\/\/radiantaustralianopals.com\/products\/opal-8","provider":"Radiant Australian Opals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}