A magnificent, old time example of this rare and highly prized precious opal from Virgin Valley!!! Let me start off by
saying that this specimen is way, WAY better than these pictures show!!! The side of the specimen shows electric, rainbow colored
lasers of fire arranged in razor-sharp, concentric bands while the broad face of the specimen shows a large area of intense
metallic blue fire with accents of rainbow colors arranged in circular bands!!! There is a portion of wood opal matrix on the
bottom as well!!! This is very fine, robust material for the locality, as this old time specimen has never been stored in water (often
times these prized Virgin Valley opals are stored in water to minimize their crazing)!!! This specimen is simply
amazing in person - this is a valuable rare gem indeed!!! This specimen is from the collection of
Benjamin Ackerman and the specimen has old, unattributed catalogue labelling as well!!!
The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!
Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!!
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