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Opal (Fire Opal doublet) from Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia

 
Opal (Fire Opal doublet) from Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia

DESCRIPTION:No. 55586
Mineral:Opal (Fire Opal doublet)
Locality:Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia
Description:Oval opal that has green internal fire when strongly illuminated backed with a 1.5 mm clear backing to provide suitable thickness for mounting in jewelry (doublet). The surfaces of the opal were polished to evaluate the internal play of colors.
Overall Size:11x9x3.5 mm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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