{"product_id":"n-8","title":"Green Opal Chrysoprase Chalcedony Rough Mineral in Matrix 43g","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn unusual natural \u003cstrong\u003egreen silica-rich mineral specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e displaying beautiful layers of aqua blue-green, mossy olive, grey and earthy brown tones.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exposed face has a smooth, waxy appearance with attractive natural colour zoning running through the specimen, while the reverse retains a substantial area of rough, weathered host rock. This contrast gives the piece a particularly interesting geological appearance and shows the mineral material within its natural matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen appears consistent with \u003cstrong\u003enickel-bearing green chalcedony\/common opal material\u003c\/strong\u003e, which may be described as chrysoprase, green opal or garnierite depending upon its precise mineral composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive aqua, green, olive and grey colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural colour zoning and banding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, waxy mineral surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough natural host matrix retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw, unpolished specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: \u003cstrong\u003e43g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact specimen pictured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural fractures, cleavage, inclusions, matrix and irregular edges are present. Please study all photographs carefully as they show the exact specimen you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisclaimer: Gemstone identification is based on visual assessment only, considering colour, pattern, translucency, lustre and other observable characteristics. Stones have not been laboratory tested unless explicitly stated. Whilst every effort has been made to identify each gemstone accurately, identification should be considered our best professional opinion rather than a certified mineralogical determination. Natural gemstones vary in colour, pattern and inclusions, making every piece unique. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are not scientifically proven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarke's Fusions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47886248771715,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0384\/0432\/5507\/files\/IMG_20260809_163721.jpg?v=1786879231","url":"https:\/\/clarkesfusions.co.uk\/products\/n-8","provider":"Clarke's Fusions ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}