I don't normally photograph opal using natural sunlight. It is difficult to get the shot set up when the light source is constantly moving. The angle at which a point source of light (like the sun) hits an opal has a great affect on what colors one observes. Of course I try to show some of the best color flash a particular opal will have to offer. Fortunately, these Mexican crystal opals show great color from almost all directions. Anyway, the above image was shot using only illumination from early morning sun. I wanted to present a few opal images using natural lighting so sceptical gem shoppers can be assured that these opals are true dazzlers.

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