Closeout 9mm x 7mm Oval Cat's-Eye Opal Cabochon

Opal is the world's most popular phenomenal gemstone, with many cultures believing it possessed supernatural origins and power. While precious opals display play-of-color, not all opals share this phenomenon — those without it are known as Common or Potch Opals. These 9mm x 7mm oval cabochons belong to a distinct category: opals exhibiting chatoyancy, a striking cat's-eye effect produced when light reflects off needle-like inclusions within the stone. The result is a luminous, shifting band of light that moves across the surface as the viewing angle changes.

Available in three natural color variations — Gray, Orange, and Silver — these cabochons are untreated, making them an excellent choice for jewelers seeking authentic, unenhanced stones. Please note that color varies within each selection. As a closeout offering, availability is limited.

Opal is the birthstone for October and holds special meaning in a wide range of cultural traditions, making these stones well-suited for meaningful, custom jewelry work.

Care: Opal is an extremely soft and porous gemstone that can craze from loss of moisture. Clean only with warm, soapy water. Never use ultrasonic or steam cleaners.

Features

• 9mm x 7mm oval cabochon cut
• Translucent body with strong chatoyancy (cat's-eye effect)
• Three color options: Orange/orangish-brown, Gray/brownish-gray, or Silver/grayish-silver
• Color varies within each selection
• Untreated — no treatments applied
• October birthstone
• Closeout pricing — limited availability

Specifications

Available Options

Notes

• This is a closeout item — stock is limited and may not be replenished.
• Color varies within each selection; exact appearance of individual stones may differ.
• Opal can craze if it loses moisture — store carefully and avoid prolonged exposure to dry conditions.