Top 10 | Most Expensive and Beautiful Opals in the World

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The Australian outback has long been a treasure trove for opal enthusiasts, with tales of remarkable finds captivating imaginations worldwide since the 1840s. Among these legends are some truly iconic opals, each with its own unique story.
"The Olympic Australis" stands out as a testament to the keen eye of opal buyers John Altmann and Rudi Cherny. Discovered in 1956 at the Eight Mile Opal field in Coober Pedy, South Australia, this colossal 17,000-carat gem was left uncut due to its exceptional purity, earning it a place in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest and most valuable gem opal ever found.
At Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, another famed opal emerged in 1938: "The Aurora Australis." This opulent gem, displaying a vibrant harlequin pattern against a black background, earned its name from the celestial southern lights. Altmann + Cherny transformed it into a brilliant oval shape, cementing its status as one of the world's most valuable black opals.
In 1954, the South Australian Government sought a gift for Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Australia. Turning to Altmann + Cherny, they selected a gem crystal opal from the Andamooka Opal fields, which John Altmann expertly cut into six stones. These stones became part of a stunning jewelry set presented to the Queen, with one opal remaining in private hands.
Other opals of note include "The Black Prince Opal," "The Butterfly Stone," and "The Fire Queen Opal," each with its own captivating history. From renowned museum acquisitions to extraordinary natural formations like "Halley's Comet" and "The Virgin Rainbow," the allure of opals continues to captivate both collectors and enthusiasts worldwide, preserving a rich legacy of Australia's natural wonder.
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[@normasouthwood3182]

My eyes are dancing! Opals are amongst my favourite gems. Thank you for showing us these amazing stones.

[@AndrewPidor]

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[@judithmagill1449]

What a treat to find this channel at 3:40 am! It is my birthstone and certainly lives up to it's reputation for beauty!

[@AndrewPidor]

Thank you so much

[@jewelry_time]

The opal in sixth place is just unreal beautiful 💎❤ Only nature could create such beauty😍😍😍! Thank you for another informative video🙏

[@AndrewPidor]

Thank you too!

[@pathader4839]

Thank you for sharing. Excellent video❤

[@AndrewPidor]

You are so welcome

[@dorisdaumann5914]

Wonderful collection, wonderful video as always, Andrew ❣️ Many thanks and love from Germany ❣️

[@AndrewPidor]

You are so welcome 🙏🏻

[@frederickastarr9771]

Thank you, Andrew, for sharing this beautiful video, stay well as always!

[@AndrewPidor]

Thanks, you too!

[@miraymind]

I love it thnx for showing it to us❤❤❤❤❤

[@AndrewPidor]

I'm glad you like it

[@lizziebennet2084]

I love opals so much! They are much more pretty than white diamonds. The number 1 is my favorite, so unique! Majestic!

[@AndrewPidor]

I totally agree!

[@Pharaonin62]

Nr. 5 the Queens Opal set is for me the most beautiful. The next jewellery will be an white Opal set. Thank you for your video.

[@AndrewPidor]

Hello and thank you so much 😊

[@lluviadeluz]

Amazing stones
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[@AndrewPidor]

Thank you so much dear

[@eleanorlaurent2303]

So pretty, thank you for sharing 🩷

[@AndrewPidor]

You’re welcome 😊

[@dominiononlinegame]

it’s my birth stone! I didn’t know opal has many colors. Most of my life I thought it’s just transparent white. Thank you Andrew for this video!

[@AndrewPidor]

You are so welcome!

[@janewasson4845]

Look at triple opals and Mexican fire opals.

[@AndrewPidor]

@@janewasson4845 i will and I will give you updates about it 😊 thank you

[@bindradevi6369]

very Nice

[@AndrewPidor]

Thanks

[@dichaelovic]

Wow the last one is unreal! From bright green to core of the earth red.

[@FastingStarChanelNo5]

First lol! Hi Andrew!! They aren't my favorites stones, always cracked and broke on me similar to jade, Ah well. The last one is stunning! Maybe I'll try again soon. Hope all is well with you my dear friend. Sending you love & blessings always!!

[@AndrewPidor]

Hello hello my dear beautiful 🤩 friend, all is well, thank you so much for dropping by to my humble channel. 😅

[@renatatarnawski5974]

They might be cracking because
Of not having enough moisture
Try not to wear it while bathing
The soap dries out the stone
Rub oil into the stone
Keep it hydrated
Especially if u go from a warm home
To the cold weather outside
U might hear a Crack when u go outside
So be good to your opals

[@FastingStarChanelNo5]

@@AndrewPidor But of course Andrew! Always!! I've been looking for a copy of the Jubilee Ruby ring, nothing. A real problem is that even in the same basic round setting these copy rings have nine prongs, not six, amazing what a difference that makes in the look of the ring. Hopefully I'll find one someday soon! Be well & have fun!!

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