{"product_id":"crystal-australian-polished-opal-belemnite-3","title":"Australian Crystal Opal Belemnite 6.85cts - Blue Green Fossil Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Crystal Opal Belemnite 6.85cts – Blue Green Fossil Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rare and captivating piece of natural history — this Australian crystal opal belemnite displays vivid blues and greens across its polished surface, preserved in stone for over 100 million years. Ethically sourced from Australia, this is a one-of-a-kind specimen for collectors, jewellers, and fossil enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.85cts (1.37g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 22mm long × 8mm wide × 4.5mm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright blues and greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal opal belemnite fossil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRef:\u003c\/strong\u003e NB12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelemnites were ancient marine creatures — relatives of modern squid and cuttlefish — that lived during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, approximately 135–100 million years ago. They became extinct alongside the dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous Period. Their hard internal rostrum (the bullet-shaped guard) is what survives as a fossil. When opalised, these fossils become extraordinary gemstones that carry both geological and aesthetic significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis belemnite makes a stunning pendant stone or display specimen. A truly unique collector's piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContact Opal Essence for more information.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opal Essence","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40913895391367,"sku":"NB12","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/8577\/9847\/files\/N12.3.jpg?v=1707093450","url":"https:\/\/opalessence.net.au\/en-us\/products\/crystal-australian-polished-opal-belemnite-3","provider":"Opal Essence - Australian Opals \u0026 Gemstones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}