Dendritic Opal 6mm Hexagon - 15-16 Inch latest-6x8cube These “needles” usually appear golden

These “needles” usually appear golden

The boundaries of the included crystals are visible and are known as “phantoms

Multi to colored Jasper is believed to carry the properties of its dominant color

8mm or 1mm

Dendritic Opal 6mm Hexagon - 15-16 Inch latest-6x8cube These “needles” usually appear goldenThis variety of opal is named "dendritic" for the small inclusions within it that resemble moss or ferns. These inclusions consist of iron, manganese and other metallic oxides captured during the forming of the rock. Opals are hydrated amorphous forms of silica, created when silica hardens within the fissures of other stones.