Boulder pipe opal is a fascinating gemstone found in Central Queensland opal feilds in Australia. It's formation as the name suggests forms in roundage tubular holes within the host rock wich is mostly sandstone.these tubular formations give pipe opal its distinctive appearance. Most pipe opal exibit blue ,green fire colours but some rare specimens display sunset like fire Opal hues.pipe opal can be either hollow or tubular within sandstone matrix.pipe opal was discovered relatively recently around 2007and deposits have been mined since 2018, however mining for pipe opal remains sporadic with small pockets been discovered.Pipe Opal from Queensland is not a fossil its a natural gemstones formed through intricate Geological processes.
In summary pipe opals are mysterious beautiful and rare treasures created by mother nature in localised areas making large deposits difficult to find, if your ever lucky enough to own one the beauty will surely captivate.