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Lightning Ridge opals · Amber, Gemstone & Mineral Heritage

Lightning Ridge opals is a top destination for amber, gemstone & mineral heritage enthusiasts. Key requirements include natural deposits, cutting and polishing craftsmanship, gem markets, mining heritage.

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Best season: Year-round
Difficulty: moderate
Region: Australia

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Butterfly wing. Photographed with an OM System TG-7 in microscope mode with an FD-l diffuser, and sharpened in Topaz Sharpen AI.

Photo by David Clode

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A striking seascape featuring a sailboat, lightning, and storm clouds at sunset.

Photo by Johannes Plenio

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a field of wildflowers on a hillside with trees in the background

Photo by Jacob Padilla

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Scenic view of a majestic mountain under a sky filled with dramatic clouds, creating a breathtaking natural scene.

Photo by Rino Adamo

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Photo by Rô Acunha

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Photo by Steve Johnson

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