A beautiful transformation occurs when wood is petrified by opal. Rather than decay as organic matter, under the right conditions, wood specimens are gradually turned to rock while maintaining their grain-like patterns. The results can be colorful and lush, evocative of swirling Carribean seas.

• 26x25 mm blue opalized wood, natural, Indonesia

• sterling silver

• 18k gold-accented tube bail

• approximately 1.25” long

• shown on a 20” silver wheat chain (optional)