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A Black Opal is the most valuable and desired form of the precious gemstone Opal. The finest Black Opals come mainly from Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia. It is the rich play of colour through deep blues and greens that gives it its fascination. Opal is hydrous silicon dioxide (SiO2 nH2O). More about opals.
