{"product_id":"large-dendritic-opalite-dendritic-common-opal-in-matrix-approx-1-1-kg","title":"Large Dendritic Opalite (Dendritic Common Opal) in Matrix — Approx. 1.1 kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial display specimen presented as \u003cstrong\u003edendritic opalite (dendritic common opal) in matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e. The broad pale blue-white opal-like zones are patterned with striking dark, fern-like dendritic inclusions and framed by rusty brown and orange host material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the specimen, the contrasting layers reveal cloudy translucency, natural seams, fractures, weathered crust and varied textures. It makes an unusual geological display piece with a strong natural-history character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaming note:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Dendritic opalite” is used here as a trade description for this opal-like, dendrite-bearing material. “Opalite” is an inconsistent market term and can also refer to imitation opal glass. The exact mineral composition, locality and treatment status of this specimen have not been laboratory verified, so this listing does not claim gem-grade opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dendritic opalite \/ dendritic common opal-like material in brown matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.1 kg (about 1,100 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 15 cm at its longest dimension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale blue-white and milky white with dark grey-black dendrites and rusty brown\/orange matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rough geological display specimen with exposed smooth-to-natural faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe exact specimen shown is the one supplied. It is presented in found condition; uneven edges, fractures, matrix, surface deposits and natural variations are part of its character. Handle with care.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Time Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48895622217953,"sku":"DTA-000008","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/7892\/7841\/files\/dendritic-opalite-display-01.png?v=1786356377","url":"https:\/\/deeptimeatelier.com\/products\/large-dendritic-opalite-dendritic-common-opal-in-matrix-approx-1-1-kg","provider":"Deep Time Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}