Opal from Virgin Valley District Nevada
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Precious Opal limb cast after petrified wood from Virgin Valley, Nevada. 1.5 inches across. Dry specimen. Also called "wood opal" by some of the locals; there are very small areas in this piece where there is "petrified" wood that appears to be more carbon than silica. ex Christopher Wentzell collection.
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| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Christopher Wentzell | Not disclosed |
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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.Regional guide
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