{"product_id":"close-out-heart-opal-dendritic-2","title":"Dendritic Opal Heart - 1.75 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eDendritic Opal Heart is a polished puffed heart in a white to cream body threaded with fine black or brown dendritic markings that branch like tiny ferns across the stone. Each Heart carries its own arrangement of these inclusions, and the smooth domed shape sits comfortably in the palm or on a stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDendritic Opal is traditionally associated with balance, harmony, and steady personal growth, and it is commonly kept as a grounding, nature-connected stone. In heart form it is often displayed for its patterning or held during reflection. Its landscape-like markings make it a distinctive gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a natural stone, each Dendritic Opal Heart differs in the density and spread of its dendritic markings, so the pattern will be unique to your piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPrimary Focus: Balance \u0026amp; Harmony\u003cbr\u003e\nSecondary Focus: Transformation \u0026amp; Growth\u003cbr\u003e\nChakra Association: Crown, Root\u003cbr\u003e\nZodiac Sign: Virgo, Scorpio\u003cbr\u003e\nChinese Zodiac: Ox, Snake\u003cbr\u003e\nRuling Planet: Mercury\u003cbr\u003e\nElements: Earth, Water\u003cbr\u003e\nMohs Hardness: 5.5-6.5\u003cbr\u003e\nStone Family: Mineraloid\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Natural Dendritic Opal\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Turkey\u003cbr\u003e\nForm: Heart\u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Size: 45 mm (1.7 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Weight: 45-55 g\u003cbr\u003e\nListing: Single unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDendritic Opal is a common opal, a hydrated silicon dioxide that is amorphous rather than crystalline, with a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5. It lacks the play of colour of precious opal; instead, manganese oxide has crystallized in branching, tree-like dendritic patterns through the white opal matrix. Despite their organic look, the dendrites are inorganic mineral formations, not fossils. Turkey is the primary commercial source, with additional material from the USA and Ethiopia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach natural stone is selected for its authenticity, geological integrity, and energetic clarity. Natural variations in colour, structure, inclusions, and surface features are inherent to geological materials and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Any known treatments, enhancements, stabilization, or man-made characteristics are clearly disclosed within the product information where applicable. Every piece is inspected and photographed to reflect its true character; however, lighting conditions, screen settings, and natural variation may cause slight differences in appearance. If you have any questions about a piece before completing your purchase, we're always here to help. Where authenticity meets beauty, we tell you exactly what you're holding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDendritic Opal is relatively soft at Mohs 5.5 to 6.5, so keep it separate from harder stones and avoid knocks to protect the polished surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuturaSol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46887977484518,"sku":"31908001-AS-B1-H5","price":18.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep3_2026at11_49_45AM.png?v=1788457800","url":"https:\/\/auturasol.com\/products\/close-out-heart-opal-dendritic-2","provider":"AuturaSol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}