Large Dendritic Opal Crystal Heart 7.5cm

Dendritic Opals For Sale From Madagascar

This striking Large Dendritic Opal Crystal Heart (otherwise known as a Large Dendritic Opal Heart Crystal) measures 7.5cm wide and displays gorgeous, unique, tree-like dendritic patterns. 

The stunning milky white opal body base colour of Dendritic Opal contrasts marvellously against the dark hues of the dendritic mineral inclusions. 

The branch-like patterns of the dendritic mineral inclusions (dendrites) are similar to the dendritic patterns seen in Dendritic Agates like Moss Agate (also known as Tree Agate), Purple Moss Agate, and Dendritic Quartz. 

Dendritic Opal is also known as Merlinite, Moss Opal, or Mossy Opal. 

Please note: this piece displays large rough natural crystal cavities and pits on its otherwise smooth, polished surface. 

Where Does Dendritic Opal Come From?

Opals can be found in many countries worldwide, including the USA, Australia, and Mexico.

This Dendritic Opal Crystal is a crystal from Madagascar, a country which is renowned for being one of the best places in the world to find lovely Dendritic Opals and other high-quality Opals. 

Madagascar is an island off the coast of Africa known for its unparalleled riches of fossils and crystals. 

What Is Dendritic Opal Made Of?

Dendritic Opal is a form of Common Opal which displays a typically milky-white opal body base colour, and a surface adorned with tree-like dendritic patterns caused by dendritic mineral inclusions/ dendrites (usually consisting of manganese and/or iron). 

What Is Opal Made Of?

All opals are silicates, meaning they are primarily composed of silica/silicon dioxide: other silicates include Quartz varieties and Feldspars such as Labradorite. 

Opals are classed as mineraloids, not minerals, as they are not technically crystalline in structure: the varying water content and diverse non-crystalline structure in each opal means that they are classed as amorphous/ lacking a specific crystal shape, and thus they cannot truly be considered minerals, for minerals have clearly defined crystal structures. 

Dendritic Opal Crystal Healing Properties

Dendritic Opal is said by crystal healers to be a spiritually powerful stone which has many helpful practical applications. 

Dendritic Opal exudes a grounding Earth Energy, which can help its users feel attuned with nature and experience a sense of being nurtured and refreshed by the natural world. 

Dendritic Opal is therefore a very calming stone, great to use during turbulent times as a balm for stress and anxiety. 

Dendritic Opal is also said to attract good luck, wealth, abundance, and prosperity along one's journey of personal growth. 

Dendritic Opal Chakras

Dendritic Opal aligns with and balances all chakras, but is most powerful when used as a Crown Chakra Crystal for spiritual connections. 

Dendritic Opal also connects strongly to the Third Eye Chakra, Root Chakra, and Heart Chakra. 

How Hard Is Dendritic Opal? 

Measuring 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, this mineral is at a medium level of softness: it is not as hard as Quartz.

Therefore, care should be taken to not damage the crystal surface by handling the stone gently and keeping it away from other stones. 

Dendritic Opal Crystal Collections

This stunning Dendritic Opal Crystal Heart would make a fine addition to any crystal collection.

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Product Reference Number: 21118