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Wayne Sedawie
Wayne Sedawie

Published at 6th Nov 2017

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Rarities Auction - Fine Hand Picked Opals For Auction

The Rarities Auction by Opal Auctions is a special online only auction dedicated to a hand picked selection of fine and rare Opals. This special stone auction will end within a 1 hour window where collectors and Opal lovers are encouraged to bid.

Next Rarities Auction - 4th May 2016 6:30 PM PDT

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To be part of the next Rarities Auction you need to register your interest by clicking the button below. The next Rarities Auction will feature a stunning Black Opal from Lighting Ridge, New South Wales, Australia. Also up for sale is a rare harlequin pattern Opal and a pair of inlay Opal earrings from renowned designer David Freeland Jnr.

Lot 1 - 5.95cts Black Opal From Lightning Ridge

Rarities auction - lot 1 595cts Black Opal

Specifications

  • Size (mm): 13 x 11 x 6 mm

  • Weight(cts): 5.95cts

  • No Treatments - This is a natural Opal that has not been treated in anyway.

  • Body Tone (What is this?): 1

  • Brightness: B1

  • ESTIMATED PRICE: $13,000 - $19,000 USD

Lot 2 - 15.80cts Boulder Opal

rarities auction by opal auctions - lot 2 1580cts boulder opal

Specifications

  • Size (mm): 24 x 19 x 4.5 mm

  • Weight(cts): 15.80cts

  • No Treatments - This is a natural Opal that has not been treated in anyway.

  • Brightness: B1

  • ESTIMATED PRICE: $1,900 - $2,400 USD

Lot 3 - Crystal Opal Pendant in 18K Gold

Lot 3 - Crystal Opal Pendant in 18K Gold

Specifications

  • Opal Size (mm): 16 x 12 x 5 mm

  • Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

  • No Treatments - This is a natural Opal that has not been treated in anyway.

  • Accent Stones: 13 x Brilliant Cut 3Pt White Diamonds

  • ESTIMATED PRICE: $4,800 - $6,700 USD

Lot 4 - Opal Inlay Earrings By Designer David Freeland Jnr

Lot 4 - Opal Inlay Earrings By Designer David Freeland Jnr

Specifications

  • Earring Size (mm): 19 x 19 mm

  • Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

  • No Treatments - This is a natural Opal that has not been treated in anyway.

  • ESTIMATED PRICE: $1,600 - $2,300 USD

Lot 5 - 6.80cts Harlequin Pattern Dark Opal

Lot 5 - 680cts Harlequin Pattern Dark Opal

Specifications

  • Size (mm): 20 x 15 x 3 mm

  • Weight(cts): 6.80cts

  • No Treatments - This is a natural Opal that has not been treated in anyway.

  • Body Tone (What is this?): 5

  • Brightness: B4.5

  • ESTIMATED PRICE: $3,000 - $6,000 USD

FAQ’s

How Do I Register?

To participate in this auction you must first create an account on Opal Auctions. Registration is open to everyone from all over the world. Just click the button below and register your account.

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Why Do I Need To Verify My Account

In order to bid you will need a verified account. A verified account is an account where your details have been verified through our process. This ensures that only real people are able to bid.

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How Do I Place A Bid?

Closer to the auction date we will send you a notification letting you know that the auctions are live. You can place a bid early on or you can be part of the main event and place your bids near the finish time.

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What Happens If I Win An Auction

If you win an auction you will be taken to our payment page where you can finalise the payment of your item. The buyers premium fee will automatically be added to your final bid amount.

How Do I Pay For My Item

Payment are accepted via Paypal or by credit card (using paypal as a merchant facility).

How Will My Item Be Shipped

All items will be shipped with Fedex express delivery with tracking. Delivery usually takes between 3 - 5 working days.

What Are The Buyers Premium rates?

The buyers premium is 10% on the final bid amount. For example if the final bid amount is $100 the total payable will be $110.

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