Red Hyalite Opal Specimen Mix from Ojuela Mine opal alkali-deficient member of the tourmaline

alkali-deficient member of the tourmaline group

as the artist has to carefully polish the opal without grinding away too much of the host stone

In its natural state

highlighting the distinct mineral formations found in Mexico

Red Hyalite Opal Specimen Mix from Ojuela Mine opal alkali-deficient member of the tourmalineWe were thrilled to acquire a small lot of these Red Hyalite Opal Specimen Mix from Ojuela Mine, which have a fascinating combination of minerals. In regular daylight, these pieces have a beautiful visual contrast. A rich, earthy red from Hematite inclusions coats and stains a matrix of crystalline Calcite and sparkling drusy Quartz. The interplay between the deep red and the bright white is aesthetic all on its own. Draped over parts of the surface,