{"product_id":"indonesian-opal-43ct-cabochon-indonesia-io008","title":"Indonesian Opal 4.3ct – Cabochon – Indonesia - IO008","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.8g = 4.3ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.3 x 1.4 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndonesian opals are primarily found on the islands of Java and Borneo, with minor deposits also occurring in Sumatra. Compared to the renowned Australian mining areas, these stones are less prevalent. They are mostly of volcanic origin, formed where silicate-rich solutions deposit in rock fissures in regions of intense volcanic activity.\nTheir colors can range from milky white or grayish tones to dark, sometimes almost black shades. Under certain lighting conditions, some specimens exhibit a subtle iridescent play of colors. So-called \"wood opals,\" which form when ancient wood becomes permeated and fossilized, are also quite common. These often retain visible organic patterns from the original material.\nOpal mining in Indonesia is not as extensive as in some other countries, which partly accounts for the lower global awareness of these stones. Extraction is frequently done by hand, with minimal mechanization, and many specimens are subsequently cut and polished.\nIndonesian opals are primarily valued for their exotic origin. They are rarely exported in large quantities, making them a rare and sought-after addition to collectors' portfolios.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58028013355333,"sku":"IO008","price":63.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/33275-6_photoroom-028-20250319-094525.jpg?v=1779379185","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.it\/en\/products\/indonesian-opal-43ct-cabochon-indonesia-io008","provider":"Moldavite.it","version":"1.0","type":"link"}