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
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
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
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
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
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
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How Do I Pay For My Item
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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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