Finding a seam of precious opal is the goal of many opal prospectors. Photo by Géry Parent. Licensed under CC By-ND 2.0.
Translucent White Play-of-Color Opal Stone Specimen
Finding a seam of precious opal is the goal of many opal prospectors. Photo by Géry Parent. Licensed under CC By-ND 2.0.
Article: Opal Prospecting and Mining
Credit: Géry Parent
| Gemstone | Opal Stone |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Gem State | Specimen |
| Color | White |
| Transparency | Translucent |
| Photo phenomena | Play of Color |