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Opal – Australia’s Firey Stone: Unearthing the Stories, Science, and Soul
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Opal – Australia’s Firey Stone: Unearthing the Stories, Science, and Soul of the World’s Most Mesmerising Gem
Opal – Australia’s Firey Stone
Author Wayne sedawie
119 pages in colour
Unearth the secrets of Australia’s most mesmerizing gemstone in this captivating journey through the world of opals. Written by Wayne Sedawie, a seasoned opal expert with over 30 years of hands-on experience, this book blends adventure, science, history, and personal stories to reveal the magic behind nature’s most unpredictable gem.
From the legendary black opals of Lightning Ridge to the fiery brilliance of Mexican fire opals and the luminous beauty of Ethiopian hydrophane stones, discover how these gems are formed, mined, and valued. Learn the geological wonders, cultural myths, and spiritual significance that have surrounded opals for centuries.
Inside, you’ll explore:
The science behind opal formation and its unique play-of-colour.
Mining tales from iconic Australian fields like Coober Pedy, Yowah, Koroit, and Andamooka.
Tips on identifying, grading, and caring for opals.
Stories of record-breaking opals and their place in history.
The future of opals in jewelry, investment, and technology.
Perfect for gemstone lovers, collectors, jewelers, and anyone fascinated by natural treasures, this book is your gateway to understanding why opals are called the “gemstones with a soul.”
Discover the stone that holds earth, fire, and time itself - one flicker of colour at a time.
ALSO available on Amazon Kindle as Ebook
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- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 200 x 150 x 10 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 1
- Colours
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Opal – Australia’s Firey Stone: Unearthing the Stories, Science, and Soul of the World’s Most Mesmerising Gem
Opal – Australia’s Firey Stone
Author Wayne sedawie
119 pages in colour
Unearth the secrets of Australia’s most mesmerizing gemstone in this captivating journey through the world of opals. Written by Wayne Sedawie, a seasoned opal expert with over 30 years of hands-on experience, this book blends adventure, science, history, and personal stories to reveal the magic behind nature’s most unpredictable gem.
From the legendary black opals of Lightning Ridge to the fiery brilliance of Mexican fire opals and the luminous beauty of Ethiopian hydrophane stones, discover how these gems are formed, mined, and valued. Learn the geological wonders, cultural myths, and spiritual significance that have surrounded opals for centuries.
Inside, you’ll explore:
The science behind opal formation and its unique play-of-colour.
Mining tales from iconic Australian fields like Coober Pedy, Yowah, Koroit, and Andamooka.
Tips on identifying, grading, and caring for opals.
Stories of record-breaking opals and their place in history.
The future of opals in jewelry, investment, and technology.
Perfect for gemstone lovers, collectors, jewelers, and anyone fascinated by natural treasures, this book is your gateway to understanding why opals are called the “gemstones with a soul.”
Discover the stone that holds earth, fire, and time itself - one flicker of colour at a time.
ALSO available on Amazon Kindle as Ebook
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Opal Plus has a rich history that began in 1990 when it commenced selling Opals in Perth, Western Au....
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PositiveSuper color.
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Nice subtle greens.
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Great looking matrix.
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Really nice reds.
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Great looking crystal opal.
