{"product_id":"stunning-australian-opal-belemnite","title":"Australian Opal Belemnite 6.3cts - Rare Cretaceous Fossil Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal Belemnite 6.3cts - Rare Cretaceous Fossil Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA stunning natural Australian opal belemnite — a rare opalized fossil from the Cretaceous period, approximately 135 million years old. Belemnites were marine animals related to modern squid and cuttlefish, and their bullet-shaped rostrums are found as fossils across outback Australia. When opalized, they become extraordinary collector's pieces combining natural history with the fire and colour of Australian opal. This specimen displays beautiful opal colour and makes a striking pendant or display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3cts \/ 1.26g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tapers 7mm to 4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tapers 5mm to 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opalized 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 NB3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEthically sourced Australian opalized fossil. A rare and unique collector's piece — no two are alike. High quality belemnites also make beautiful pendants.\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":40840794603655,"sku":"NB3","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/8577\/9847\/files\/IMG_7313.heic?v=1705752066","url":"https:\/\/opalessence.net.au\/es\/products\/stunning-australian-opal-belemnite","provider":"Opal Essence - Australian Opals \u0026 Gemstones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}