Crocoite - Specimen opal cabochon Ethiopia forms the hinge

forms the hinge

Description: These Gabbro Alto spheres from Madagascar feature a deep black to charcoal base with scattered gray and silver mineral patches created by interlocking feldspar and pyroxene crystals

Approximate Weight of 1 Piece: 32g

Grit (Optional): 220

and the way the crystal surfaces preserve both striations and contact textures

Crocoite - Specimen opal cabochon Ethiopia forms the hingeMined from: Adelaide Mine, Dundas, Tasmania, Australia Description: This one of a kind crocoite mineral specimen from the famous Adelaide Mine in Dundas, Tasmania, Australia is a striking piece, featuring rich red orange to deep reddish brown crocoite crystals clustered across a natural matrix, with areas of dark contrasting mineralization and lighter cream colored matrix visible throughout. The specimen has an eye catching sculptural form with many