1.26ct Lightning Ridge Semi-Black Opal | #E113 Pargasite Friction-induced heat from the buffing

Friction-induced heat from the buffing wheel unexpectedly cracked the smoky quartz in our lapidarist's hand

Blues are seen on the back of the piece

32mm (not including the fittings)

Some scratches along the face of the watch at the 1:00 position that are best seen at an angle

There is a small chip to the girdle of the stone in an area

1.26ct Lightning Ridge Semi-Black Opal | #E113 Pargasite Friction-induced heat from the buffingLightning Ridge Semi Black Opal Weight (carats) 1. 26cts Origin Lightning Ridge, Australia Shape Oval Dimensions (millimeters) 8. 89mm x 7. 36mm x 2. 97mm Dimensions (inches) 0. 33" x 0. 3" x 0. 1" Body Tone (+N1 to N9 ) N6 Brightness ( 1 to 5+) B3. 5 Predominant Colors Green Directionality of Fire Slightly Directional Treatments Enhancements None Suggested Purpose Ring Sku Number #E113 Additional Notes None