Gemstone Identification & Assessment
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Stone Name: Rough Precious White Opal Specimen (Raw Ethiopian / Coober Pedy Style Precious Opal in Matrix)
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Visual Characteristics: Natural rough specimen featuring milky white to semi-translucent body glass with subtle pinfire and flash play-of-color (neon blue, violet, and electric green specks) along fractured faces. It is partially encased in a light tan/buff sandstone-chalky matrix skin.
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Cut/Shape: Natural Rough Specimen / Raw Mineral Chunk
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Weight: 55g
Valuation & Pricing (UK Market)
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Wholesale / Trade Base: ~£8.00 – £15.00
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Suggested Retail Price (RRP): £22.00 – £35.00
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Quick Sale / Competitive Price: £15.00 – £22.00
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55g Natural Rough White Precious Opal Specimen Raw Crystal Flash Matrix ChunkWebsite & eBay Listing Description
A 55g natural rough precious white opal specimen in original matrix. This raw piece features milky, vitreous opal material displaying fine pinpoint specks of electric blue and bright green play-of-color play under direct light, partially surrounded by its natural chalky host rock matrix. An excellent display specimen for mineral collectors, lapidary enthusiasts, or crystal collections.
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Stone: Natural Rough Precious Opal in Host Matrix
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Weight: 55g
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Color: Milky White, Cream Matrix, Multi-color Blue/Green Pinfire Flash
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Finish: 100% Unpolished / Raw Natural Rough Specimen
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Item Details: Exact piece pictured
Note on Item Condition: Completely raw and unpolished specimen. Contains natural matrix rock, rough fracture lines, and variable surface textures. Direct strong lighting or sunlight brings out the pinfire flash play-of-color best. Please view all photos carefully.
Metaphysical Properties: Associated with emotional amplified clarity, creativity, and hope, precious opal is considered an inspiring stone that brings lightness, spontaneity, and inner spark to energy work.
Disclaimer: Gemstone identification is based on visual assessment of mineral structure, luster, matrix, and play-of-color characteristics. Items have not been laboratory tested unless explicitly stated. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional lore and are not scientifically proven.