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    Sue's guide to opal buying 1. Knowing the difference between Australian natural solid opals and man-made opals

    Sue's guide to opal buying 1. Knowing the difference between Australian natural solid opals and man-made opals

    July 10, 2020

    Do you love opal, but you are unsure of where to start or what to buy? That’s ok, we have got you. The first step in finding your perfect opal...

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