{"product_id":"australia-opal-45g","title":"Australia Opal - 45g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Queensland Boulder Opal Seam Specimen – Electric Blue Opal in Ironstone Matrix – Australian Collector Mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1bw7wp4\" data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1030\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eThis genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eNatural Queensland Boulder Opal Seam Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e beautifully showcases one of Australia's most recognizable geological treasures. Left in its natural slab form and polished to reveal the original formation, this specimen features a striking ribbon of vibrant electric blue precious opal flowing naturally through solid ironstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eRather than being cut into a cabochon, this specimen preserves the original host rock, allowing collectors to appreciate how precious opal formed within ancient ironstone over millions of years. The vivid blue seam contrasts beautifully against the warm brown matrix, creating a dramatic natural display from edge to edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eBoulder opal is found only in Queensland, Australia, where silica-rich solutions filled fractures and cavities within ironstone boulders, creating the spectacular seams that make this material world-famous. Every specimen is completely unique, making each one a one-of-a-kind addition to any mineral or gemstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xhg7ki\" data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eNatural Queensland Boulder Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qwzsc3\" data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eGenuine Australian specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pb7dsv\" data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eBright electric blue opal seam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5oes2d\" data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eNatural ironstone host rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bxb94e\" data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003ePolished display slab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dxq\" data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003ePreserves the original geological formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g5u0md\" data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003eExcellent collector specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rcu6qg\" data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind natural pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dmc4v0\" data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003eIdeal for mineral, gemstone, and Australian opal collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003eQueensland, Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicks Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53446978208044,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/1337\/5532\/files\/IMG_6662_a0504e6b-833b-485e-aa6a-394c4b2e33cb.jpg?v=1784311300","url":"https:\/\/nicksminerals.com\/products\/australia-opal-45g","provider":"Nicks Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}