Opal myths and history are steeped in fascinating folklore and legend. Many cultures have credited opal with supernatural origins and powers. From ancient civilizations to modern times, opals have continued to captivate and inspire people worldwide, making them an enduring symbol of beauty and wonder.

Boulder Opal

Boulder opal is a combination of precious opal and host rock, typically ironstone or sandstone, though some contain vegetation or fossilized wood instead of rock.

The precious opal occurs as patches and/or thin seams attached or surrounded by the host rock. This happens when pre-formed opal silica water seeps into the rock’s crevices before the opal hardens.

The main source of boulder opal is Queensland, Australia.