Opal after Bamboo
at-auction$ 340
- Locality
- Banten, Java, Indonesia
- Minerals
- Opal
- Dimensions
- 4.2 x 1.5 x 1.2 cm
- Size class
- Miniature
- SID
- D312
Black opal that has completely replaced a section of fossil Bamboo from recent finds in Java. It has a bright play of color (reds and greens) in areas and also shows fine detail of the former bamboo. These were found in the past 2 years and are uncommon. This is a good sized piece valued at $350.