Polished Strawberry Opal Heart. Peru. 3.20 x 2.78 x 1.03 inches (8.12 x 7.05 x 2.61 cm). ...

Description

Polished Strawberry Opal Heart
Peru
3.20 x 2.78 x 1.03 inches (8.12 x 7.05 x 2.61 cm)

Soft pink hues and creamy white tones define this Strawberry Opal "heart" from Peru, shaped into a classic and expressive form. Natural inclusions and mottled patterning move across the surface, with touches of warm ochre and darker mineral accents adding depth and contrast. The color varies gently from one side to the other, giving the piece a sense of movement and individuality. Smoothly polished, the surface highlights the stone's subtle translucency and organic character. Both decorative and distinctive, this piece offers an appealing example of Strawberry Opal in a most sculptural format.

Estimate: $200 - up.

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