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TWO BODY TONE CHARTS-QUALITY PRINTING +BONUS OPAL POSTERS

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Dimensions (mm)
280.000 x 200.000 x 2.000mm
Weight (cts)
20.000
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  TWO BODY TONE BUYING GUIDE POSTER BY THE AUSTRALIAN OPAL ASSOCIATIONThe owner of Seda Opals, Paul Sedawie, is the current President of the Australian Opal Association. The association has produced this guide to inform and educate buyers about the darkness of opals which range from a N to N9scale.This base body tone chart is a valuable buying tool for purchasing opals on the internet. It allows you to gauge the colour darkness of a stone more accurately as some stones can be over enhanced in photos. Most internet sellers provide an accurate body tone rating (N1 to N9) of their stock. With this tool you have a better grading system of stones being offered and can easily compare stones between sellers. PLEASE NOTE: The Base Body tone refers to the darkness or lightness of a stone. The only determing factor is the front of the stone. You should ignore the back of the stone and its brightness. ROUGH OPAL: The body tone chart can also be used for rough that has been faced or pre rubbed. This will provide an idea of the darkness of the rough but PLEASE BE AWARE: when you rub it down further the grading can change. For example, a piece of black rough can get darker as you polish the top down. THIS IS NOT A BRIGHTNESS CHART. It is possible to have two stones with similar brightness but different body tone ratings. Only those stones achieving a base colour of N1 to N4 are considered Black opal, attracting the additional value associated with this class of opal. This poster is printed on high gloss paper measuring 280 X 200 MM and is ideal for framing.Len Cram the noted opal literature author created the art work for this poster.The poster includes some  interesting opal patterns.

Keep one and you can give the other one as a gift.

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sedaopals
sedaopals
Discover the magic of opals at SedaOpals, where every stone tells a unique story. Paul Sedawie, the heart and soul of SedaOpals, began his journey with a humble piece of boulder rough at 14, sparking a lifelong passion for these mesmerizing gemstones. With over 40 years in the opal industry, Paul’s dedication has taken him from the rugged landscapes of Lightning Ridge to prestigious gem shows around the world. Paul, a former president of the Opal Association and an author of several opal books, shares his vast knowledge and passion with enthusiasts globally. He’s even made the largest donation of opalized fossils and curiosities to the Australian Opal Centre at Lightning Ridge. At SedaOpals, Paul and his sons offer a meticulously curated collection of opals, each handpicked for its exceptional beauty and character. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to the world of opals, you’ll find a stunning array of black opals, boulder opals, and crystal opals to explore. Join us in celebrating the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of opals. Welcome to SedaOpals, where every opal is a piece of art.
Mermaid Beach, Australia
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Overview

Listing Type : Standard
Product ID : 1050960
Estimated RRP : $9.00
Starting Bid : $2
Starts : 24th July 2021 09:15 pm PDT
Ends : 25th July 2021 10:18 am PDT
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