{"title":"Loose Australian Opals","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThese exquisite opals are ready for you to create with\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e Available in a full stone to cut down and in smaller stones already cut and sanded\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"colorful-australian-lightning-ridge-black-loose-opal","title":"Colorful Australian Lightning Ridge Black Loose Opal","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightning Ridge Black Opal – 1.57 Carats – N5 \/ B5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 1.57 carat Australian black opal from Lightning Ridge displays a rich N5 dark body tone with strong B5 brightness, offering vivid fire against a beautifully balanced dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately 9.35 mm x 6.7 mm, this oval cabochon ignites with electric neon green as its dominant color, layered with golden yellow and a striking orange lightning streak through the center. Subtle flashes of blue and violet emerge at the edges as the stone shifts in light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe N5 body tone provides excellent contrast, allowing the green and gold to glow intensely while the orange fire appears molten and alive. With B5 brightness, the color remains lively and visible from multiple viewing angles, performing beautifully in both natural and directional light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished to a smooth, even dome, this opal carries strong movement and character, making it ideal for a custom ring or pendant setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Lightning Ridge, Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 1.57 carats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Body Tone: N5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Brightness: B5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dimensions: 9.35 mm x 6.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Shape: Oval cabochon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dominant Colors: Neon green, golden yellow, orange fire with blue\/violet accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vibrant and well-balanced Lightning Ridge black opal — collector-worthy and ready for a bespoke creation from Tidal Opals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tidal Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44632332959789,"sku":"TO-067","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/3360\/9517\/files\/IMG_4815.jpg?v=1774927034"},{"product_id":"lightning-ridge-black-opal-1-7ct-lr-001","title":"Lightning Ridge Black Opal 1.7 ct #LR-001","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1.7 ct solid Lightning Ridge black opal shows electric green, blue, and teal play-of-color across a dark body tone. Cut in a clean oval cabochon, this natural untreated opal comes from Lightning Ridge, Australia, one of the world’s most respected sources for black opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Lightning Ridge, Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Solid black opal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.7 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10.7 × 8.8 × 3.15 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors: Electric green, blue, and teal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: LR-001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery opal has its own story. This piece has bright ocean-like flashes and a natural pattern that makes it ideal for a collector, jeweler, or future custom Tidal Opals pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tidal Opals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66821703172141,"sku":"LR-001","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/3360\/9517\/files\/38D8C8AE-3048-42EE-A86D-2C6243F8E5D8.png?v=1780558132"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/3360\/9517\/collections\/My_Project_12.png?v=1781245683","url":"https:\/\/tidalopals.com\/collections\/beautiful-loose-opals.oembed","provider":"Tidal Opals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}