Green Common Opal and Copper Wire Wrapped Pendant hematite rose and other minerals contributing to

and other minerals contributing to their unique patterns and colors

a mineral collector and mineral dealer living in England

That color mix — cyan fluorescence with greener afterglow - is consistent with Mn-activated calcite with minor secondary activators and trace Pb or rare earth elements (not uncommon in Deccan Trap cavity calcites)

Approximately 20 crystals per lot

There is minor celadonite as well

Green Common Opal and Copper Wire Wrapped Pendant hematite rose and other minerals contributing toCommon green opal, sometimes called chrysopal, cabochon wrapped in copper wire that has been oxidized and polished. The pendant comes in a jewelry gift box with a black waxed cord and small polishing pad. Size: 57 x 13 x 11 mm. 5. 74 grams. Stone from Indonesia Green common opal is a type of opal that does not have the characteristic play of color of precious opal. It ranges in color from pale ivory to dark green, depending on the amount of iron in