Australian Opalised Plant Fossil – Lightning Ridge.

Australian Opalised Plant Fossil – Lightning Ridge.

£45.00
Sale price  £45.00 Regular price 
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Australian Opalised Plant Fossil – Lightning Ridge.

Australian Opalised Plant Fossil – Lightning Ridge.

£45.00
Sale price  £45.00 Regular price 

Own an extraordinary piece of Australia's prehistoric past with this exceptional opalised plant fossil from the world-famous opal fields of Lightning Ridge, New South Wales.

Dating back approximately 100 million years to the mid-Cretaceous period, this remarkable specimen was formed when silica-rich groundwater gradually replaced ancient plant material with precious opal. The result is a stunning natural fossil that preserves the original structure and texture of prehistoric vegetation while displaying vibrant flashes of opal colour.

As light moves across the surface, the specimen reveals a beautiful play of colour, creating a captivating display that has taken millions of years to form.

📍 Origin: Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia

⏳ Age: Approximately 100 million years old

🌈 Natural opalised plant fossil

✨ Preserved prehistoric structure with precious opal replacement

💎 Unique collector specimen

Perfect for fossil collectors, opal enthusiasts, lapidary artists, or anyone seeking a genuine piece of natural history from one of Australia's most famous opal-producing regions.

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