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Rare 19 ct DUBNIK MATRIX OPAL Cab HISTORIC LOCALITY
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- Dimensions (mm)
- 24.000 x 21.000 x 7.000mm
- Weight (cts)
- 19.000
- Type
- Cabochon
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The Dubnik opal mines are the only place in Europe where precious opal was mined regularly. Probably ancient romans already owned opals from the locality. Pits were dug there during the middle age, but documented mining started later in the 16th century. Dubnik opals appear in the jewellery of the period European ruling class. Josephine, first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte also had a pendant set with Dubniok opals. The ‘golden age’ of Dubnik opal were the 18th-19th centuries. Mining was left off in 1922 in the chaotic era after WW I.. Today the area belongs to slovakia and the mines are closed and partially flooded by underground streams. Dubnik opal is a rare and hard to get material today.
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Matrix opal from the Dubnik mines. Precious opal impregnated andesite mother rock. Cabochon cut, heart shape. Blue p.o.c.
Weight: 19 carats approx. Dimensions: 24x21x7 mm approx.
Photos were taken under direct sunlight. You receive the exact item shown. If you have any questions, please contact me before bidding. Returns accepted. If buyer is not 100% satisfied, item can be returned for a full money refund (less postage). Item must be returned in original condition and original packing, together with bill of sale. Return shipping is buyer’s cost.
ALL SHIPMENTS WILL BE SENT WITH INTERNATIONAL TRACKING NUMBER. COMBINED SHIPPING IS AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE CHECKOUT. INSUREANCE RATE VARIES ACCORDING TO DESTINATION. PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ARRANGE INSURANCE.
- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 24.000 x 21.000 x 7.000 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 19.000
- Type
- Cabochon
- Colours
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The Dubnik opal mines are the only place in Europe where precious opal was mined regularly. Probably ancient romans already owned opals from the locality. Pits were dug there during the middle age, but documented mining started later in the 16th century. Dubnik opals appear in the jewellery of the period European ruling class. Josephine, first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte also had a pendant set with Dubniok opals. The ‘golden age’ of Dubnik opal were the 18th-19th centuries. Mining was left off in 1922 in the chaotic era after WW I.. Today the area belongs to slovakia and the mines are closed and partially flooded by underground streams. Dubnik opal is a rare and hard to get material today.
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Matrix opal from the Dubnik mines. Precious opal impregnated andesite mother rock. Cabochon cut, heart shape. Blue p.o.c.
Weight: 19 carats approx. Dimensions: 24x21x7 mm approx.
Photos were taken under direct sunlight. You receive the exact item shown. If you have any questions, please contact me before bidding. Returns accepted. If buyer is not 100% satisfied, item can be returned for a full money refund (less postage). Item must be returned in original condition and original packing, together with bill of sale. Return shipping is buyer’s cost.
ALL SHIPMENTS WILL BE SENT WITH INTERNATIONAL TRACKING NUMBER. COMBINED SHIPPING IS AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE CHECKOUT. INSUREANCE RATE VARIES ACCORDING TO DESTINATION. PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ARRANGE INSURANCE.
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I know it's just a doublet but it's just a beautiful opal with great fire. Thank you
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Absolutely stunning :)
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