{"product_id":"the-crown-jewel-natural-mexican-fire-opal-5-16-ct-from-the-vault-of-the-empress","title":"The Crown Jewel: Natural Mexican Fire Opal (5.16 ct) – From the Vault of the Empress","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crown Jewel: Natural Mexican Fire Opal (5.16 ct) – From the Vault of the Empress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: € 975,-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story Behind the Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis 5.16-carat Mexican Fire Opal is a rare survivor from a golden era in gemology.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrior to1980, Mexico was the world's sole and primary source for high-quality opals\u003c\/strong\u003e; this stone represents that original, classic standard. Hand-selected for the private\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edeadstock of Mia Verbeeck\u003c\/strong\u003e, the legendary \"Empress of the Vogelenmarkt,\" it has been preserved in a family vault for four decades. Today, it is available for the very first time, offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of Antwerp’s trading heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Guarantee of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Certification (ALGT):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eReport\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 83375015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econfirms this is a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Fire Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its \"Grayish White\/Orange\" translucency is 100% natural, with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eno indications of treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e, guaranteeing its pure energy and long-term value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Certificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAccompanied by the Babiche Bijoux Heritage Certificate, confirming its direct provenance from the private estate of Mia Verbeeck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Empress’s Notebook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMia Verbeeck meticulously recorded the subtle powers of the stones in her collection. Of stones with this specific clarity and hue, her handwritten records mention:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A stone of inner light; believed to calm the mind and provide the wearer with a sense of peace and clear intuition.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNatural Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.16 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e15.63 x 11.83 x 4.58 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOval, Cabochon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGrayish White \/ Orange (Semi-transparent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMexico (Vintage deadstock - Pre-1980 Heritage Stock)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone (100% Untreated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNew Old Stock (Never previously set in jewelry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUpon purchasing this unique collector’s item, you will receive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 5.16 ct Fire Opal in a luxury presentation display box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original ALGT Identification Report (No. 83375015).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Babiche Bijoux Heritage Certificate.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Babiche Bijoux","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53698551906631,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0922\/0010\/8359\/files\/1000017033.jpg?v=1776105785","url":"https:\/\/babichebijoux.com\/products\/the-crown-jewel-natural-mexican-fire-opal-5-16-ct-from-the-vault-of-the-empress","provider":"Babiche Bijoux","version":"1.0","type":"link"}