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At first glance, it looks like something from a sci-fi films - an entire nebula trapped inside a stone.However, in fact the incredible object is an opal, found in Oregon.It was sold by auction house Bonhams for $20,000, described as 'suitable for mounting as a stunning and unique pendan
The breathtaking Contra Luz Opal was found in Oregon, which appears to have a nebula inside it
The Eagle Nebula, one of the two largest and sharpest images Hubble Space Telescope has ever take
Weighing approximately 119.0 carats and measuring 46.0 x 44.0 x 10.1mm, the stone was auctioned last year for $20,000 |