Fire Opals from Mexico, Queretaro

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Precious Fire Opals in a water filled glass display dome from Queretaro, Mexico. These are normally stable for gems about 1/2 the time, but for display purposes we kept these wet as they showed off the "play of color" better. ex Christopher Wentzell collection.

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Added on04/28/2026
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
Christopher WentzellNot disclosed

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Opal
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amorphous silica with water and a spectacular play-of-color; black, boulder, and fire opal varieties capture brightness, color, and collecting appeal.
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Opal from Queretaro
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