{"title":"Australian Opalised  fossils \u0026 Shells","description":"\u003cp\u003eMillions of years ago, an ancient inland sea covered much of outback Australia. As it retreated, the remains of sea creatures — shells, belemnites, and marine life — were left behind in the sediment. Over time, silica-rich groundwater seeped through these fossils, replacing the original material with precious opal and creating some of nature's most breathtaking treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur collection of Australian opalized fossils and shells sourced primarily from Coober Pedy showcases this remarkable geological phenomenon. Each piece is a genuine natural artifact, preserving the form of an ancient creature while blazing with the colour play of precious opal — a true fusion of natural history and gemstone beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are highly sought-after collector's pieces and conversation starters unlike anything else in the gem world. No two are ever the same.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bulk-buy-opalized-fossil-coober-pedy-belemnites","title":"Opalized Fossil Coober Pedy Belemnites - Bulk Buy 5 Pieces 73.78cts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpalized Fossil Coober Pedy Belemnites — Bulk Buy 5 Pieces 73.78cts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rare opportunity to own a set of five genuine opalized belemnite fossils from Coober Pedy, South Australia — over 100 million years old and still breathtaking. These white-based, multi-colour specimens display the classic play-of-colour that Coober Pedy is famous for, making them equally stunning as collector pieces or as stones ready to set into jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73.78cts (14.8g \/ 0.476 troy oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAverage size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 x 23mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlay-of-colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coober Pedy, South Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cretaceous period — over 100 million years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural state; just need polishing to set and wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e N9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEthically sourced from Coober Pedy, South Australia. These belemnites are genuine Australian fossils and are sold as a bulk lot. 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This exceptional 33.75 carat gem crystal specimen displays brilliant multi-colour play-of-colour in vivid blues, greens and golds across the entire shell surface. 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This piece is a special collector's item — perfect for a serious opal or fossil collection, or as a centrepiece for a bespoke jewellery creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContact us if you have any questions — we’d love to help you find your perfect piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opal Essence","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34088422932615,"sku":"46","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/8577\/9847\/files\/IMG_5555_HEIC.jpg?v=1700192304"},{"product_id":"natural-australian-polished-opal-belemnite","title":"Australian Opal Belemnite 5cts - Dark Base Semi Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal Belemnite 5cts – Dark Base Semi Black | Opal Essence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rare and captivating piece of natural history — this polished Australian opal belemnite displays a stunning dark base with semi-black opal play-of-colour. 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When they died, their hard internal rostrums (the bullet-shaped guard) were buried in sediment and, over millions of years, replaced by precious opal. The result is one of nature's most extraordinary fossils: a genuine prehistoric creature preserved in gemstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese specimens are highly sought after by opal collectors, fossil enthusiasts, and jewellers alike. High-quality belemnites make exceptional pendants and statement pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEthically sourced from Australia. 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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. 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Closely related to modern squid and cuttlefish, they had a hard internal skeleton with a bullet-shaped rostrum (guard) that is preserved as a fossil. When opal replaces the original material, the result is one of nature’s most extraordinary collector’s pieces. 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At 11.7 carats and approximately 21mm long, this ancient marine creature has been transformed over 100 million years into a vivid, multi-colour opal specimen. 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The bullet-shaped rostrum (internal skeleton) is the part preserved as a fossil. When found at Coober Pedy, these rostra have been replaced by precious opal over millions of years, creating one of nature’s most extraordinary gemstone curiosities. 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These remarkable specimens are over 100 million years old — formed during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods when ancient seas covered outback Australia. This belemnite would make a gorgeous pendant once set, combining prehistoric rarity with genuine Australian opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelemnites were marine animals closely related to modern squid and cuttlefish. They had a squid-like body with a hard internal skeleton — the bullet-shaped rostrum — which is the part preserved as fossil. 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Closely related to modern squid and cuttlefish, they had a hard internal skeleton with a bullet-shaped rostrum (guard) that is preserved as a fossil. When opal replaces the original material, the result is one of nature’s most extraordinary collector’s pieces. 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These remarkable specimens date back approximately 100 million years to the Cretaceous Period, when belemnites (ancient relatives of squid and cuttlefish) roamed the world's oceans. Over millennia, the organic material was replaced by precious opal — creating miniature natural masterpieces in white base and crystal opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fantastic opportunity for collectors, fossil dealers, jewellery makers, lapidary clubs, and wholesale buyers. 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Over 100 million years in the making, the original shell has been completely replaced by precious opal, preserving every detail of its form while filling it with a breathtaking multicolour play-of-colour. Polished to a beautiful finish, the colour truly comes alive — vivid, shifting, and endlessly mesmerising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 96.65cts and measuring 36.5 x 34.1 x 19mm, this is a substantial and beautifully rounded specimen with real presence. 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