{"product_id":"genuine-australian-opal-belemnite-15-85-cts","title":"Australian Polished Opal Belemnite 15.85cts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Polished Opal Belemnite 15.85cts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA stunning piece of natural history — this genuine Australian opal belemnite displays gorgeous multi-colour play-of-colour across its professionally polished surface. Measuring approximately 34mm long, tapering from 9mm to 7mm wide and 8mm to 6mm thick, it's a beautifully proportioned specimen that would make a spectacular pendant or a prized addition to any fossil or opal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.85cts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 34mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tapers 9–7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tapers 8–6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-colour play-of-colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professionally polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid 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 NB28\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 65–200 million years ago. They became extinct alongside the dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous Period. Over millions of years, the silica-rich waters of outback Australia replaced the original material of these creatures with precious opal, creating some of the world's most extraordinary natural treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEthically sourced from Australia.\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":40917875064967,"sku":"NB28","price":470.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/8577\/9847\/files\/N28.2.jpg?v=1707208991","url":"https:\/\/opalessence.net.au\/en-us\/products\/genuine-australian-opal-belemnite-15-85-cts","provider":"Opal Essence - Australian Opals \u0026 Gemstones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}