AUSTRALIAN MADE
Natural Solid Queensland Boulder Opal Pendant with adjustable waxed cotton cord necklace
The pendant is a freeform triangle shape which has been drilled through the face of the stone. The stone follows the contours of the centre of a Yowah Nut and has areas of translucent moss coloured opal with flashes of red, green and blue.
Approximate dimensions are 33x21mm, carat weight is 31ct.
The stone is threaded with a 1.5mm diameter waxed cotton cord with a sterling silver bead to hold it in place. Total weight of pendant and necklace is 8.5g.
Only found in Western Queensland, Boulder Opal formed millions of years ago in seams within ironstone or sandstone boulders where silica rich water seeped down into cracks and crevices and over time formed opal. Only a rare few will exhibit the amazing patterns and vibrant colours associated with this type of opal.
Photographs have been taken in various lighting conditions.
Dimensions are approximate.
