5.87cts Natural Mexican Matrix Fire Opal Cabochon

Amazing Mexican Fire Opal pear shaped cabochon with orange red fire color. These translucent fire opal contrasts with this matrix’s host rock, which is a reddish-brown ryolite (magmatic stone). You can see fiery yellow off to one point on the side in the listing photos. The opal within the matrix may appear almost transparent or translucent opal within the host rock like a the surface of a clear lake or have windows of fiery opal colors on or near the surface, as on this matrix opal. The Mexican matrix opals are found in the Mexico mountains around Magdalena and Querétaro. The search for the precious opals has a long tradition there, even the Aztecs dug for the coveted stones and used them for jewelry This would be a great choice to be set into jewelry or just as an addition to any collection! Item Information: Dimensions (mm): 18.2 x 11.6 x 4.4mm Weight (carats): 5.87 Carats Colors: Brown Orange Type: Cabochon Shape: Oval Clarity: Opaque New in original packaging as shown in listing photos with SKU# sticker added. All photos & video show item for sale & were taken in natural outdoor light except for cover photo professional shot. Important Note: Weight and size of gemstone measurements are approximate. Color appearance may not appear exactly as in real life due to variation between computer monitor resolution and lights. Offers considered. Bundle to save more. Questions? Please leave a comment below.