Mexican Cantera Opal Cabochon - Jalisco, Mexico Sleeping dragon This carving is made from

This carving is made from syenite rock

you'll still get a reaction

these palm stones offer a premier example of natural geological artistry

making it a standout piece in any collection

Mexican Cantera Opal Cabochon - Jalisco, Mexico Sleeping dragon This carving is made fromIve always been fascinated by how certain minerals look when they are left partially embedded in their host rock, and this Mexican Cantera Opal Cabochon is a perfect example of that natural contrast. In Spanish, "Cantera" translates to quarry or stone, which refers to the pinkish tan rhyolite matrix that surrounds the precious opal. Instead of being cut out as a traditional gemstone, these specimens are shaped and polished so that the opal sits like a