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Hyalite Opal

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Jim Parrish
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Hyalite opal, 5 cm, from San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Ex John Sinkankas collection and written about for “iris” optical effects in his 1976 book Gemstones of North America, vol. 2.

Product details

Species
OpalAbout Opal →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
Mexico, San Luis Potosí
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In California page 216

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—John SinkankasNot disclosed

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Opal
Mineral guide
Learn about Opal
amorphous silica with water and a spectacular play-of-color; black, boulder, and fire opal varieties capture brightness, color, and collecting appeal.
Regional guide
Opal from San Luis Potosí
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