Crystal Opal

Opal Group

Key Properties

Property Value
Mohs Hardness 6.0 (5.5-6.5)
Typical Size 0.5-15 carats (commercial: 1-8 carats; medium sizes most common)
Typical Price Range $50-1,000+ per carat (commercial: $100-500; transparent with good play)
Rarity Level Limited Occurrence
Availability Level Limited Supply
Availability Driver Limited Deposits
Investment Appropriateness Fashion/Trend Gems

Pricing

Typical Price
$20.00
per carat
Listing Price
$34.74
per carat
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NEUTRAL
48.12

Score Components

Geo rarity
65
Mkt availability
65
Invest Appr
25
hardness
10
price
65

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Detailed Descriptions

Rarity Description: Transparent to translucent opal with play of color; body allows light transmission.

Availability Description: Available through specialty dealers; quality of play of color determines value.

Investment Description: Attractive opal variety; limited investment potential; fashion-driven market; requires careful handling.

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Origin Variants

Origin Rarity Price Multiplier
Australia Rare x2.00

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