Bacon Opal RSS

Bacon Opal / Candy Stripe Opal Bacon Opal / Candy Stripe Opal is found in the Mineral Mountains north of Milford, Utah. The Thomas Mountains were formed as a result of Tertiary volcanic activity and mineralization in the mountains is very diverse. The opal is formed as a result of geothermal fluids flowing through volcanic rock layers. The bacon appearance is a result of various iron minerals such as hematite, which give the opal layers a red color. The color bands in this material are very unique and make fun, colorful cabochons. Although this material is found in Utah, it...