3.23 CTS SHELL FOSSIL OPAL DOUBLET STONE Cabochon- 0.8 g - (1)
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3.23 ct shell fossil opal doublet stone, cabochon, polished, weight 0.8 g, from Coober Pedy, Australia.
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3.23 CTS Shell Fossil Opal Doublet Stone.
Polished Australian Opal, ready to be set into beautiful natural jewellery piece.
Dimensions (mm) 12.5 x 7.7 x 4mm
Weight (cts) 3.23
Type Cabochon, Polished
Shape Freeform
**Rare Opalised Shell Fossil**
A fascinating piece of natural history, this opalised shell fossil is a remarkable combination of ancient fossilisation and precious opal. These specimens formed millions of years ago when ancient marine shells were gradually replaced and preserved by silica-rich solutions, with the original shell structure becoming beautifully opalised over immense periods of geological time.
Opalised shell fossils are **rare and highly collectible**, particularly specimens that retain clear shell detail alongside natural opal colour and pattern. Each piece is completely unique, preserving a small window into an ancient world that existed millions of years ago.
A fantastic addition to any **opal, fossil or mineral collection**, and a truly unusual piece for collectors who appreciate both natural beauty and geological history.
*Please note: metaphysical properties are traditional beliefs and are not scientifically proven.*
3.23 CTS Shell Fossil Opal Doublet Stone.
Polished Australian Opal, ready to be set into beautiful natural jewellery piece.
Dimensions (mm) 12.5 x 7.7 x 4mm
Weight (cts) 3.23
Type Cabochon, Polished
Shape Freeform
**Rare Opalised Shell Fossil**
A fascinating piece of natural history, this opalised shell fossil is a remarkable combination of ancient fossilisation and precious opal. These specimens formed millions of years ago when ancient marine shells were gradually replaced and preserved by silica-rich solutions, with the original shell structure becoming beautifully opalised over immense periods of geological time.
Opalised shell fossils are **rare and highly collectible**, particularly specimens that retain clear shell detail alongside natural opal colour and pattern. Each piece is completely unique, preserving a small window into an ancient world that existed millions of years ago.
A fantastic addition to any **opal, fossil or mineral collection**, and a truly unusual piece for collectors who appreciate both natural beauty and geological history.
*Please note: metaphysical properties are traditional beliefs and are not scientifically proven.*
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
3.23 CTS SHELL FOSSIL OPAL DOUBLET STONE
Mineral form
Cabochon
Weight
0.8 g
Origin (region/city)
Coober Pedy
Country of origin
Australia
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