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Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone - Merkaba Jewelry
$14,450
£10,917.66
€12,508.34
CA$20,162.44
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About the Item
Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
Offered unmounted, this natural 17.23 carat heart-shaped Ethiopian Opal is a rare and romantic gemstone selected for collectors and custom jewelry clients who want something truly unique. Cut into a bold heart silhouette, the stone presents exceptional presence and an unmistakable play of color that shifts through vibrant flashes under changing light. The combination of substantial carat weight and an elegant heart shape makes this opal ideal for a statement pendant, a one of a kind cocktail ring, or an heirloom design created to celebrate a meaningful milestone.
Ethiopian opal is prized for its vivid, living color and this gemstone is no exception. Its dynamic fire brings a luminous character that feels both modern and timeless, making it equally suited for collectors who appreciate rare natural gems and for clients who want a centerpiece stone with emotional impact.
Design Your Dream, Custom Setting Available
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills offers a Design Your Dream service for clients who would like to transform this loose opal into a finished jewel. Our team can create a custom setting in platinum or 18K gold, with optional diamond accents, tailored to your preferred style, proportions, and wear.
Details
Stone: Natural Ethiopian Opal
Carat Weight: 17.23 carats
Shape: Heart
Offered as: Loose gemstone, unmounted
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- Weight:17.23 ct
- Dimensions:Width: 0.81 in (20.44 mm)Depth: 0.38 in (9.42 mm)Length: 0.85 in (21.58 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:2025
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- Seller Location:Beverly Hills, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU569319793422
Merkaba
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills – Where Love, Light
Luxury Converge At Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, every jewel is more than adornment—it is a symbol of artistry, love, and legacy. Handcrafted in platinum and 18K gold, our creations unite rare gemstones with masterful design, creating heirloom treasures of timeless elegance and soulful beauty.
Our collection spans diamond engagement rings, alternative engagement rings, custom three-stone rings, bold cocktail rings, bespoke jewelry, and rare loose gemstones. Featuring diamonds, emerald no oil, unheated sapphires, rubies, aquamarines, Paraiba tourmalines, spinels, and alexandrites, each gem is chosen for rarity, brilliance, and meaning. From the fiery passion of rubies to the serene calm of aquamarine and the neon glow of Paraiba tourmaline, every stone tells a story of renewal, transformation, and love.
Through our Design Your Dream service, clients collaborate with artisans to create custom engagement rings and personalized masterpieces that reflect individuality and spirit.
Every design carries intention—three-stone rings honor past, present, and future, sacred geometry evokes harmony and balance, and statement jewels reflect strength and identity.
For collectors, Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills curates a rare collection of fine jewelry and loose gemstones—including no oil emeralds and unheated sapphires—crafted as museum-level treasures and investment-grade designs destined to inspire, captivate, and endure.
This gemstone can be customized into an extraordinary work of art under your direction. Collaborate with the jeweler to create a one-of-a-kind piece. Simply complete the form provided, and the seller will contact you.
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