11 Dec 2012
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The World of Opals, The Splendor of Gold including the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Collection of Gold Nuggets
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The World of Opals, The Splendor of Gold including the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Collection of Gold Nuggets
Back to auction 21137
Opal in Matrix with Brachiapod Fossils
Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia
A visually appealing, cabinet-sized specimen of white crystal opal in matrix, from the classic locality in Australia. The veining of opal exhibits a vibrant play-of-color. Small fossil Brachiapods can be seen on one side of the matrix--a document of the marine environment at the time of formation. Measures 4 1/2 x 4 x 2in
A visually appealing, cabinet-sized specimen of white crystal opal in matrix, from the classic locality in Australia. The veining of opal exhibits a vibrant play-of-color. Small fossil Brachiapods can be seen on one side of the matrix--a document of the marine environment at the time of formation. Measures 4 1/2 x 4 x 2in
Estimate:
US$ 1,200 - 1,500
£770 - 960
€900 - 1,100
£770 - 960
€900 - 1,100
Category: Natural History
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