{"product_id":"dnopl-tumb-15_30mm","title":"Dendritic Opal Tumbled Stone - 15-30 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Dendritic Opal Tumbled Stones are polished into smooth, rounded forms with a white to cream body carrying black or brown branching, tree-like dendritic patterns across the surface. Tumbling brings out the contrast between the pale base and the dark dendrites, and each stone offers a comfortable tactile feel for pocket stones or small displays. The branching patterns differ in every piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDendritic Opal is traditionally associated with Balance and Harmony, and its branching inclusions symbolise growth, interconnectedness, and the quiet unfolding of natural processes. It is commonly kept for Transformation and Growth and used as a calm focal point for patient, steady change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is a natural material, the dendritic patterning and the exact size vary from stone to stone, so the piece you receive will be uniquely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimary Focus: Balance \u0026amp; Harmony\u003cbr\u003eSecondary Focus: Transformation \u0026amp; Growth\u003cbr\u003eChakra Association: Crown, Root\u003cbr\u003eZodiac Sign: Virgo, Scorpio\u003cbr\u003eChinese Zodiac: Ox, Snake\u003cbr\u003eRuling Planet: Mercury\u003cbr\u003eElements: Earth, Water\u003cbr\u003eMohs Hardness: 5.5 - 6.5\u003cbr\u003eStone Family: Mineraloid\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural Dendritic Opal\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Turkey, USA, Ethiopia\u003cbr\u003eForm: Tumbled\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 15-30 mm (0.5-1.1 inches)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Weight: Single stone, 100g or 1 lb (454 g bulk quantity)\u003cbr\u003eListing: Single stone, 100 g, or 1 lb (454 g), variant selected at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDendritic Opal is a common opal, hydrated silica with a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5 and an amorphous structure, without the play of colour of precious opal. Its white to cream body carries black or brown dendritic inclusions formed as manganese oxide crystallises in branching, tree-like patterns through the silica as manganese-bearing solutions permeate cracks in the silica gel during formation. Despite their organic appearance, these dendrites are inorganic mineral formations rather than fossils, a point worth clarifying since the misconception is common. Turkey produces the primary commercial material, with additional sources in the United States and Ethiopia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach 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","brand":"AuturaSol","offers":[{"title":"Single Stone (1 piece - approx 16 g)","offer_id":47374061240550,"sku":"31901011-1PC-AS-A3-G22","price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 g (approx 6-8 stones)","offer_id":47374061273318,"sku":"31901011-100G-AS-A3-G22","price":18.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb (454 g bulk quantity)","offer_id":47374061306086,"sku":"31901011-1LB-AS-A3-G22","price":59.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-06-19T214527.557.jpg?v=1781885764","url":"https:\/\/auturasol.com\/products\/dnopl-tumb-15_30mm","provider":"AuturaSol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}